Description
Discover the best flavor of cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with this easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe. This vibrant sauce transforms humble cherry tomatoes into a luscious, sweet, and tangy masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (about 6 cups) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 1 lb spaghetti or pasta of choice
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash and halve cherry tomatoes. Slice garlic and chop basil.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Add Tomatoes & Simmer: Add halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Stir, then cover and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes until tomatoes burst.
- 4. Mash & Thicken: Uncover and gently mash tomatoes with a fork or potato masher. Simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes to thicken.
- 5. Finish & Serve: Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasoning. Drizzle with more olive oil before tossing with cooked pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins