One-Pot Pasta

Submitted by: Leon and Mary Brock

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Category: Entrees

Description: 

Prep time: 15 minutes

Total time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Difficulty rating: 1

Ingredients:

 12 ounces linguine

 12 ounces quartered or halved cherry or grape tomatoes

 1 thinly sliced onion

 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves

 2 sprigs basil

 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

 2 Teaspoons salt

 1/4 Teaspoon pepper

 4 1/2 Cups water

 Freshly grated parmesan cheese for serving

Special tools/utensils needed:

 large straight-sided skillet, tongs

Directions: 

1. Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, oil, salt, pepper, and water in a skillet. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil mixture, stirring and turning frequently with tongs, until pasta is al dente and water has nearly evaporated, about 9 minutes. 

2.  Season to taste with salt and pepper, divide among 4 bowls, and garnish with basil and parmesan.