Simple Savory Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this **Simple Savory Pasta** recipe—a quick and delicious dish that’s packed with bold flavors and effortless charm. Made with tender spaghetti, juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a mouthwatering meal in under 30 minutes. A generous sprinkle of freshly chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese adds a final flourish, creating a comforting yet elegant pasta dish that’s perfect for casual dinners or entertaining guests. Serve this light and savory pasta with a crisp side salad or warm crusty bread for an unforgettable dining experience. With minimal prep and a short cook time, this recipe is ideal for busy home cooks who love fresh, vibrant flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
Once boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic and add it to the heated skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently, taking care not to burn it.
Add the crushed red pepper flakes and stir for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Season the tomato mixture with salt and black pepper, then stir to combine.
Add the drained spaghetti directly to the skillet with the tomato mixture. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.
If the pasta seems dry, gradually add the reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Chop the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the pasta. Toss well to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and fresh basil, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.9 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 3064 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.7 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 545 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 943 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
