Tomato Basil Pasta

Devashish

A classic Italian pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and parmesan cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings

Calories 432 kcal

Equipment

Large skillet
Pasta Pot

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

12 ounces spaghetti noodles
2 Tablespoons olive oil
3-4 cloves garlic minced
2 pounds Roma tomatoes diced, or cherry tomatoes, halved
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese divided
1-2 chicken breasts optional

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
While pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil. Once hot, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, careful not to burn it.
Add freshly diced tomatoes and cook, stirring, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Add fresh ground black pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with 2 Tablespoons parmesan cheese.
Add fresh chopped basil. Serve mixture over hot cooked spaghetti noodles.
Garnish with remaining parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 432kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 23gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 241mgPotassium: 789mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1865IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 135mgIron: 2mg

Keyword fresh herbs, Mediterranean flavors, quick dinner, vegetarian pasta