Description
Discover the best flavor in this cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with our step-by-step easy to bake recipe. Perfect for any pasta dish!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (about 900g) cherry or grape tomatoes
- 4–5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes, drizzle of balsamic glaze
- Your favorite pasta, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a large baking sheet, spread cherry tomatoes and sliced garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tomatoes are burst, softened, and slightly caramelized.
- Remove from oven and gently mash the tomatoes on the baking sheet using a potato masher or fork.
- Scrape mashed tomatoes, garlic, and juices into a saucepan. Add dried oregano (if using) and simmer over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Toss with cooked pasta and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins