Description
Create the best flavor cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with our easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal!
Ingredients
- 1 pint (about 2 cups) cherry or grape tomatoes
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn or chiffonaded
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Reserved pasta water (for thinning, if needed)
Instructions
- Prep the Tomatoes and Garlic: Rinse tomatoes. Lightly prick each with a fork or halve larger ones. Mince garlic finely.
- Sautéing the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cooking Down the Tomatoes to Perfection: Add tomatoes, salt, and pepper to skillet. Increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes until tomatoes burst and form a sauce.
- Incorporating Fresh Basil and Seasonings: Remove from heat. Stir in fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
- Finishing Touches: Adjust Consistency and Taste: If too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins