15-Minute Tomato Basil Pasta
This tomato basil pasta is a fast dinner that still tastes fresh. Cherry tomatoes burst into a light sauce while the pasta cooks, and basil keeps the whole plate bright.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves
- Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente.
- Warm olive oil and garlic in a large skillet.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to burst.
- Toss in drained pasta, basil, and Parmesan.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.