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Garlic and cherry tomato pasta

Recipe Information

Description:
Garlic and cherry tomato pasta is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 40 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 40 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Pasta
Category Pasta
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American; Italian
Cook Method Boiling; Roasting
Diet

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half

  • 12 garlic cloves, cut in half

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 pound of any style pasta

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shaved

Directions

  • In a bowl, toss the tomatoes, garlic, oil, basil, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.

  • Place in a 9 x 13-inch metal cake pan and roast at 400°F for approximately 30 minutes; the tomatoes should be shriveled and the garlic should be tender.

  • Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water. Drain and return the pasta to the pot. Add the garlic-tomato mixture and the parsley, tossing to coat.

  • Serve with sprinkled freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 639 cal

  • Total fat: 19g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 11mg

  • Sodium: 500mg

  • Carbohydrate: 95g

  • Fiber: 6g

  • Protein: 22g