Description
Discover how to make a delicious and vibrant cherry tomato spaghetti sauce with this simple, step-by-step guide. Enjoy the best flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 2 pints (about 4 cups) cherry or grape tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed or minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the cherry tomatoes. Prepare your garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown.
- Add the whole cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper to the pan. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes burst.
- Uncover and continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes, gently mashing some tomatoes, until sauce slightly thickens.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil, and adjust seasonings to taste. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins