Cherry Tomato Pasta
A vibrant and easy-to-make pasta dish featuring fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz penne pasta, uncooked
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook 12 oz of penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper; simmer 2-3 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat with sauce.
- Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan, basil, and parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with additional herbs or cheese before serving.