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single serve tomato pasta garnished with parmesan and basil

Single Serve Tomato Pasta

Just you tonight? Cozy up with this fresh, satisfying plate of tomato pasta.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Serves 1 person

Ingredients
  

  • 2 roma tomatoes roughly chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ lb pasta
  • ¼- ½ cup pasta water
  • Salt & pepper
  • Garnish: grated parmesan, fresh basil

Instructions
 

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente, reserving a bit of the pasta water before draining.
  • In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of the butter with the olive oil. Once melted, add the minced garlic, chopped tomatoes, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Let it cook down for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • When the sauce has cooked down, you can leave it chunky and rustic, or blend/strain it for a smoother texture—totally up to you.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the sauce along with a splash of pasta water and the remaining tablespoon of butter. Stir until the sauce becomes glossy and coats the pasta.
  • Plate it up and top with grated parmesan and fresh basil.