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Pesto and Cherry Tomato One-Pot Pasta

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium; sauté garlic 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in pasta, tomatoes, and broth; bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium; cook 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most liquid absorbed.
  4. Off heat, stir in pesto and Parmesan until combined and creamy.
  5. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with fresh basil and optional extra Parmesan and serve immediately.