Jul 17 2026
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The Italian Job Recipe

Inspired by Yono's
Time30m
Serves2

Make The Italian Job 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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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes

    Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.

  4. 4

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the pasta and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with more fresh basil if desired.

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