Description
A delightful dish combining penne pasta, burst cherry tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, topped with rich pesto for a flavorful experience.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta (about 2 cups)
- 2 tablespoons salt (for pasta water)
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, sliced
- 8 fluid ounces pesto sauce (about 1 cup)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt to flavor the water.
- Add 8 ounces of penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a pan over medium heat, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Add 2 cups of cherry tomatoes, cooking until they start to brown and release their liquids, approximately 5 minutes.
- Incorporate 2 sliced cloves of garlic and continue to cook until the garlic begins to brown and become aromatic, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the pan from heat.
- Add the drained penne to the pan with tomatoes and garlic. Pour 8 fluid ounces of pesto sauce over the pasta and stir everything together to combine well. Serve warm.
Notes
Reserve a small cup of pasta water before draining to adjust consistency if needed. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
