Description
Discover the best flavor of cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with this step-by-step recipe. Easy to make and incredibly delicious!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 5–6 cloves garlic, unpeeled, plus 2-3 cloves minced fresh garlic
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 lb spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- 1. Prep Tomatoes & Aromatics: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). On a large baking sheet, toss cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and unpeeled garlic cloves.
- 2. Roast for Sweetness: Roast for 20-25 minutes until tomatoes are soft and bursting, and garlic is tender.
- 3. Sauté Garlic: Remove garlic skins and mince. In a large skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté minced roasted garlic and red pepper flakes for 1 minute.
- 4. Combine & Simmer: Add roasted tomatoes (with juices) to skillet. Gently crush tomatoes. Simmer 5-7 minutes.
- 5. Add Fresh Basil: Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil.
- 6. Toss with Pasta: Cook pasta, reserving 1 cup pasta water. Add pasta and a splash of reserved water to sauce. Toss to coat and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins