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Angel hair pasta with sweet tomatoes, garlic, basil and Parmesan.

Tomato & Basil Angel Hair

Proof that the simplest ingredients make the best meals — sweet tomatoes, garlic, basil and good olive oil.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Serves
4
Level
Easy
Tomato & Basil Angel Hair

Fresh, simple, and full of flavor. This Tomato & Basil Pasta is proof that sometimes the simplest ingredients make the best meals.

The recipe

Ingredients

Method

  1. 1

    Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add the tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes, until softened and juicy.

  4. 4

    Add the pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until the pasta is beautifully coated.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and toss with fresh basil and Parmesan.

  6. 6

    Transfer to a serving platter and finish with fresh basil, Parmesan, and a drizzle of good olive oil.

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