| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 4 hr 20 min |
| Prep: | 15 min |
| Inactive: | 4 hr |
| Cook: | 5 min |
| Yield: | 6 servings |
Ingredients
- 4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
- Good olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
- 18 large basil leaves, julienned, plus extra for serving
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound dried angel hair pasta
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
Instructions
- Combine the cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and the pepper in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, and set aside at room temperature for about 4 hours.
- Just before you’re ready to serve, bring a large pot of water with a splash of olive oil and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil and add the pasta. Cook al dente according to the directions on the package (be careful – it only takes 2 to 3 minutes!). Drain the pasta well and add to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes. Add the cheese and some extra fresh basil leaves and toss well. Serve in big bowls with extra cheese on each serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 of 6 servings |
| Calories | 516 |
| Total Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 68 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Cholesterol | 25 mg |
| Sodium | 828 mg |
Reviews
This is a wonderful recipe! If you’re like me and garlic can overwhelm a dish, try removing the germ (that little stem on the inside) from the clove before mincing. You will still have the wonderful garlic taste without the “pungent” bite.
This was soooo good. Perfect summer dish. The only thing I changed was to add mozzarella. I don’t get the negative reviews as this was not bland at all.
I have made a version of this recipe for several years and I love it! Perfect way to use garden fresh tomatoes. This recipe is so versatile. Dicing up fresh large tomatoes works just as well. I save a half cup of the pasta water in case the sauce needs a little more. Try adding capers, black olives and feta for a Greek twist or a spritz of lemon juice or white balsamic to brighten the flavors.
Easy, delicious, perfect for a hot summer day or a party!
Superb!
I loved this pasta!! What a fantastic use of grape tomatoes! So easy to make, no cooking other than boiling the pasta water! Ina you rocked this recipe. What I love too is the option of adjusting the amount of garlic or red pepper flakes to your taste. Definitely a new addition to my summer recipe binder.
Have made this many times exactly as written. Excellent! This is my husband’s favorite pasta dish and even my very picky son loves it.
So simple, but tasted so lovely! I made this with fresh tomatoes my neighbor gave me from his garden, and I let everything sit together for about 8 hours! Chef’s kiss!
Perfect as is or add the protein of your choice! Add a baguette and glass of Chardonnay and you are good to go!
Simple , fresh, delicious. My husband and our friends think I’m a gourmet cook. For us I use whole wheat linguini and for parties I have used shells for easier eating. Always a hit….good wholesome fresh food. What a great concept.