Oreste’s Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
2
Prepare the Garlic
While the pasta is cooking, peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
3
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.
4
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they soften and start to burst.
5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes and garlic. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
6
Season the Dish
Stir in the fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all flavors.
7
Serve
Plate the pasta and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving. Enjoy!