One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta
- 4½ cups water
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 box penne pasta
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- ½ cup white onion, chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- parmesan cheese
- In a large stockpot, combine water, olive oil, penne pasta, halved tomatoes, basil leaves, garlic, chopped onion, salt, and pepper.
- Cook over high heat and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and continue to cook for 10 to 11 minutes, or until pasta is thoroughly cooked and water has reduced. Stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes. Remove garlic cloves.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with shaved parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
- Serve hot.
Recipe by Simple as That at https://simpleasthatblog.com/one-pot-tomato-basil-pasta/
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