Tomato and Basil Pasta

I came across this recipe a long time ago and thought I'd try it again last night. It takes about 45 minutes to make. Most of the time is spent waiting for the water to boil and the tomatoes to cook.


What You Need
Makes 2 servings

2 cups Cherry or Grape Tomatoes (or 1 basket)
2 servings of Bow Tie Pasta (or the pasta of your choice)
1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
2 tsp Italian Seasoning

What To Do

Step 1: Boil a pot of water. Add the pasta. Once cooked, drain the pasta.

Step 2: Preheat the over to 375°. Cut the tomatoes in half. Place the tomato halves in glass bakeware or a baking sheet with a lip. Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar and Italian seasoning. Give the bakeware/baking sheet a good couple of shakes to thoroughly coat the tomatoes. Place in the oven for about 20 minutes or until the tomatoes start to wrinkle and soften.

 Step 3: Once the tomatoes are done, let them sit for a few minutes. Gently mash the tomatoes. You don't want to mash them to bits, you just want to get some of the juice out. Be careful at this step! The tomatoes can squirt and the liquid is hot!

Step 4: Add the tomato mixture and all the liquid in the dish to the pasta. Chop up the basil and add into the pasta as well. Mix well. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!