Jul 14 2026

$10 Off Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make $10 Off Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Drain the Pasta

    Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the rest in a colander.

Preparing the Sauce

  1. 3

    Heat the Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 5

    Add Tomatoes

    Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften.

  4. 6

    Combine with Pasta

    Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water, and stir to combine.

Final Touches

  1. 7

    Add Basil and Cheese

    Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped basil, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is combined.

  2. 8

    Serve

    If desired, add optional ingredients like red pepper flakes and lemon juice. Serve immediately while hot.

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