Pasta 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. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2
Sauté the Garlic and Tomatoes
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they start to soften.
3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the garlic and tomatoes. Toss to combine and add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
4
Add Basil and Season
Stir in the chopped basil, grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss everything together until well mixed.
5
Serve
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.