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Discover the Ultimate Pasta Recipe Delicious Enough to Crave Every Day

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Learn how to make delicious pasta recipe delicious. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces dried pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for richness)
  • Substitutions:
    • For gluten-free pasta, use chickpea or brown rice pasta.
    • Replace Parmesan with Pecorino Romano or a plant-based cheese for dietary needs.
    • Swap fresh basil for fresh parsley or oregano if preferred.

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Salt it generously, like the sea—this is your chance to season the pasta from the inside out, just like Mama Lu taught me with her boiling beans.
  2. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  3. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook gently, stirring often, until the garlic is fragrant and just starting to turn golden—don’t let it burn, or the whole dish will taste bitter.
  4. Toss in the cherry tomatoes and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes until they soften and release their juices, creating a light, fresh sauce.
  5. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  6. Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the garlic and tomato sauce. Toss well to coat, adding pasta water a splash at a time to loosen the sauce and help it cling to the noodles.
  7. Stir in the butter for a silky finish, then fold in the chopped basil and grated Parmesan. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan and a few fresh basil leaves. Mama Lu always said, “Eat it while it’s warm, or you miss the whole point.”

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