Cherry tomato pasta

Ingredients

• 6 cups halved cherry tomatoes

• 4 cloves garlic minced

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

GARNISH

• 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil

• 1/2 teaspoon oregano

• salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

• 1 lb refrigerated pasta or use boxed if you prefer

• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Gently toss all ingredients (except the pasta).

3. Place on a foil lined pan and roast at 425 degrees for 15 minutes or until softened. Broil 1-2 minutes to add a little bit of char/color once softened.

4. Meanwhile, in large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until tender but firm. Drain (do not rinse) and place in a large bowl.

5. Add tomatoes (and any pan juices) to the pasta and toss to combine.

6. Serve and garnish with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese.

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