Description
This easy cherry tomato spaghetti sauce is bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. It’s a quick, fresh, and incredibly satisfying recipe perfect for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (about 900g) cherry tomatoes, halved or left whole
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 lb spaghetti or your favorite pasta
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Tomatoes: Wash cherry tomatoes. You can halve them or prick each with a fork.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using); sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3. Simmer Tomatoes: Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet, stir to coat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes burst and soften.
- 4. Mash & Season: Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to gently crush the cooked tomatoes to your desired consistency. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 5. Finish with Basil: Remove from heat and stir in fresh chopped basil. Serve immediately over cooked spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins