Dine In Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Garlic
While the spaghetti is cooking, peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
- 3
Halve the Cherry Tomatoes
Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and cut them in half.
- 4
Prep the Basil
Wash the basil leaves and pat them dry. Tear them into smaller pieces.
Cooking
- 5
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 6
Add the Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- 7
- 8
Create the Sauce
Toss the spaghetti in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed to help create a sauce. Add salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes if using.
- 9
Finish with Basil and Cheese
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh basil. Grate the Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss to combine.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the spaghetti hot, garnished with extra basil leaves and Parmesan cheese if desired. Add lemon zest for an extra burst of flavor if using.
