TOMATO BASIL PASTA

Ingredients

• 300 g pasta

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 400 g cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Extra basil and Parmesan for serving

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add the tomatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and juicy.

4. Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes if using.

5. Add the cooked pasta to the pan along with a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss everything together.

6. Stir in the fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.

7. Serve immediately with extra basil and Parmesan on top.

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