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Ina Garten’s Summer Garden Pasta Recipe

Ina Garten’s Summer Garden Pasta Recipe

5.2 from 22 reviews

Ina Garten’s Summer Garden Pasta is a delightful and fresh pasta dish bursting with the flavors of cherry tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan cheese. This recipe is perfect for a light and delicious summer meal.

Ingredients

Cherry Tomatoes:

4 pints, halved

Olive Oil:

Good quality

Garlic:

2 tablespoons minced (6 cloves)

Basil Leaves:

18 large leaves, julienned, plus extra for serving

Crushed Red Pepper Flakes:

1/2 teaspoon

Kosher Salt:

To taste

Black Pepper:

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground

Angel Hair Pasta:

1 pound dried

Parmesan Cheese:

1 1/2 cups freshly grated, plus extra for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tomato Mixture: In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cover and set aside at room temperature for about 4 hours.
  2. Cook Pasta: Boil a large pot of water with olive oil and salt. Add the pasta and cook al dente according to package instructions. Drain well.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the drained pasta to the tomato mixture. Mix in Parmesan cheese and extra basil leaves. Toss well to combine.
  4. Serve: Divide into bowls and top with extra cheese and basil leaves. Serve and enjoy!

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Keywords: Ina Garten, Summer, Garden Pasta, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh