
Italian pasta
Description
The key to delicious pasta is using a large amount of water for boiling and a generous amount of salt. Choose high-quality pasta to avoid disappointment.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1

Prepare the ingredients.
- 2
Step 2

Bring water to boil for the pasta. Press the garlic with the knife and remove the skin. Chop coarsely.
- 3
Step 3

Heat the oil, do not overheat—just warm it up. Add the garlic to the pan and stir a couple of times. Under no circumstances let the garlic burn!
- 4
Step 4

Add tomatoes, cut into wedges or halves if they are small, to the garlic. Season with pepper and a little salt. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Usually, this takes no more than 8 minutes.
- 5
Step 5

Drain the cooked pasta – al dente, do not overcook – in a colander and shake well.
- 6
Step 6

Immediately add the pasta to the pan with the tomatoes and mix well.
- 7
Step 7

Transfer the pasta to warmed plates, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and garnish with fresh basil. Serve immediately.
- 8
Step 8

Done.