15-Minute Tomato Basil Pasta

What you'll need

• 12 ozspaghetti or penne
• 3 tablespoonsolive oil
• 3 clovesgarlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz)crushed tomatoes
• 1/4 cupfresh basil, chopped
• 1/3 cupgrated parmesan cheese
• to taste salt and black pepper

Let's cook

1. 1Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
2. 2While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3Stir in the crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. 4Toss the drained pasta with the sauce, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen.
5. 5Stir in fresh basil and parmesan, then serve immediately.