Description
Discover how to make a delicious cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with our step-by-step recipe. This easy-to-bake sauce offers the best flavor for your pasta.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cherry tomatoes
- 3–4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 lb spaghetti
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread cherry tomatoes and sliced garlic on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until blistered and bursting.
- While tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for spaghetti.
- Transfer roasted tomatoes, garlic, and all juices to a large skillet. Gently crush some tomatoes. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- Add drained spaghetti and half of the fresh basil to the sauce. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Stir in remaining fresh basil. Serve immediately with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins