Take Y Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the Y pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the rest.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring frequently until fragrant.
Combining Ingredients
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they soften and begin to burst.
- 4
Combine with Pasta
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Finishing Touches
- 5
Season and Serve
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot, garnished with red pepper flakes if desired.