Tomato Garlic Pasta
Tomato Garlic Pasta is a simple and flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring fresh tomatoes and aromatic garlic, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until they soften and begin to break down.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, mixing well to coat the pasta with the tomato and garlic sauce.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped fresh basil.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when cooking the tomatoes or garnish with toasted pine nuts for added texture.