Description
Discover how to make the best cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with our easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe. Perfect for a delicious garden dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cherry or grape tomatoes
- 6–8 cloves garlic, whole and unpeeled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4–1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, divided
- 1 lb spaghetti or preferred pasta
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread tomatoes and garlic on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Roast for 25-35 mins until burst and tender.
- Cool slightly, squeeze garlic from skins. Transfer roasted ingredients and pan juices to a blender.
- Add half of the fresh basil; blend until smooth or desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Cook pasta. Combine with sauce and remaining basil; serve immediately with Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins