Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 8 oz. pasta any shape
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves fresh garlic minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes cut in half
- ½ teaspoon seas salt
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese shaved, grated, or shredded
- 10 large basil leaves chopped
- ¼ teaspoon cracked red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. While you are waiting, prepare the sauce.
- Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and salt and continue to cook until the tomatoes are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the pasta "al dente" according to the package directions. If you are using our sourdough pasta recipe, cook for 4-5 minutes or until desired firmness. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and set aside. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet.
- Toss the pasta in the sauce along with the parmesan cheese, chopped basil, and cracked red pepper flakes. Add pasta water while stirring, a few tablespoons at a time, until you achieve the desired sauce consistency. Season to taste and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 382
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Carbohydrates 49g16%
Protein 11g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.