Description
Unlock the vibrant flavors of fresh cherry tomatoes in this incredibly easy and quick spaghetti sauce. It’s a sweet, tangy, and deeply satisfying homemade delight perfect for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs cherry tomatoes, fresh
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional, for balancing acidity)
- 1 lb spaghetti or your favorite pasta
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or wide pot over medium heat. Add olive oil.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Increase heat to medium-high until tomatoes begin to burst, then reduce to medium-low.
- Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are very soft and broken down.
- Remove lid. Use a potato masher to gently crush the tomatoes to your desired consistency.
- Stir in salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Just before serving, stir in the majority of the fresh basil.
- Toss with cooked pasta and garnish with remaining fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins