Tomato Basil Pasta
- ½ lb (8oz/220 grams) pasta (spaghetti, penne…)
- 2 Tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil, plus more to serve
- 3 garlic cloves, minced or grated
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes, use a bit more if you wish
- 2 ½ cups (approx 12oz/350 grams) cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt, plus more to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup (lightly packed) fresh basil leaves, shredded
- grated parmesan cheese, to serve (optional)
- Pasta
- Tomato and basil sauce