Pasta with Warm Tomatoes and Basil

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups torn fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 pints grape or cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
• + 1 more ingredients
• • 1 1-pound box Barilla Plus pasta

Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes and cook until they burst and release their juices, about 5 minutes. Season with the salt and pepper, then add the garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue ...

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