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Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

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A light and fresh Italian-inspired pasta dish featuring sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a touch of garlic for a quick and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 200g spaghetti or your choice of pasta
  • 250g cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper, then add the drained pasta and toss to combine.
  5. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil leaves.
  7. Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, omit Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Use multi-colored cherry tomatoes for extra visual appeal.

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Keywords: pasta with cherry tomatoes, basil pasta, vegetarian Italian pasta, quick summer pasta

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