One Pot Pasta

ONE POT PASTA

12 ounces linguine

12 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved

1 onion, thinly sliced

4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

2 sprigs basil plus torn leaves for garnish

2 Tbsp EVOO

Coarse salt + fresh ground pepper

Fresh grated parmesan

Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, garlic, red-pepper flakes, basil, oil, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and water in a large straight-sided skillet. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil mixture, stirring and turning pasta frequently with tongs, until pasta is al dente and water has nearly evaporated, about 9 minutes.

Season to taste with salt and pepper, divide among 4 bowls, and garnish with basil. Serve with oil and Parmesan.

Great served with Katie's chicken on the side