Description
Create the best flavor cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with our step-by-step easy recipe. Perfect for a quick and delicious dinner!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (about 4 cups) cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
- Cooked pasta, for serving
Instructions
- Wash and halve cherry tomatoes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add seasoned tomatoes to skillet. Cook over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally and crushing some tomatoes, until they burst and form a sauce.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in fresh basil and oregano. Simmer for 5-10 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, pepper, or a pinch of sugar).
- Serve immediately over cooked pasta, garnished with extra fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins