Modern Italian Recipe
Make Modern Italian 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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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add spaghetti to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Stir occasionally.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Preparing Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to burst.
- 7
Add Basil and Season
Add the fresh basil, red pepper flakes, and season with salt. Stir to combine.
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- 9
Finish with Cheese
Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Toss again to mix.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Divide the pasta among serving plates.
- 11
Garnish
Top with whole basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
