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Roasted Cherry Tomato & Garlic Pasta

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This roasted cherry tomato and garlic pasta is a simple, flavorful dish where blistered cherry tomatoes and caramelized garlic create a rustic, naturally rich sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. It’s a quick, elegant meal ideal for any night of the week.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 6 garlic cloves, whole and peeled
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 12 oz pasta of choice (spaghetti, linguine, penne, etc.)
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • Optional: grated Parmesan or pecorino for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place cherry tomatoes and garlic on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tomatoes are blistered and garlic is golden and tender.
  4. While roasting, cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  5. Transfer roasted tomatoes, garlic, and pan juices to a large bowl or skillet. Gently mash some to form a rustic sauce.
  6. Toss hot pasta with the tomato-garlic mixture, adding pasta water as needed to coat evenly.
  7. Finish with chopped basil or parsley and grated Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Gently mash garlic after roasting to incorporate into the sauce.
  • Reserve pasta water to help emulsify the sauce and enhance texture.

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