Cherry Tomato Pasta
This simple and delicious cherry tomato pasta is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It features roasted cherry tomatoes bursting with flavor, tossed with pasta, garlic, and fresh basil.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Large pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast the tomatoes for 20-25 minutes, or until they burst and soften.
- While tomatoes are roasting, cook spaghetti according to package directions, then drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Add the roasted tomatoes to the cooked pasta, along with the fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a sauce, then serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a splash of balsamic glaze or a squeeze of lemon juice after plating. Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.