Classic Italian Pasta Bowl
A simple yet satisfying Italian-inspired pasta dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Quick to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- β8 oz pasta
- β bowlfor serving
- β2 tbsp olive oil
- β3 cloves garlic
- β1 pint cherry tomatoes
- β1/4 cup basil
- β1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- βto taste salt
- βto taste pepper
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 4
Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to release their juices, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the chopped basil and cook for an additional minute.
- 6
Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
- 7
Toss the pasta to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve the pasta in individual bowls and top with parmesan cheese.