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Tomato Basil Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A simple and flavorful pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 1 lb spaghetti or angel hair pasta

Tomatoes

  • 2 lbs ripe tomatoes (roma or cherry) (diced)

Basil

  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (shredded or chopped)

Garlic

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Olive Oil

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Red Pepper Flakes

  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Balsamic Vinegar

  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar

Salt and Black Pepper

  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Parmesan Cheese

  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup of water, then drain.
  • Heat olive oil, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper; cook 6-8 minutes until soft. Crush tomatoes gently.
  • Stir in balsamic vinegar, adjust seasoning, then add pasta and some reserved water to coat.
  • Remove from heat, stir in basil and Parmesan, serve immediately with extra cheese.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta