# Components:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz dried linguine or spaghetti
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 lb ripe cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Liquids
05 - 4 cups vegetable broth
06 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
→ Herbs and Seasonings
07 - 1 tsp sea salt, or to taste
08 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
10 - 1 large handful fresh basil leaves, torn, plus extra for garnish
→ Cheese (optional)
11 - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan or vegetarian hard cheese
# Directions:
01 - In a large deep skillet or Dutch oven, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, sliced onion, minced garlic, olive oil, and vegetable broth.
02 - Add sea salt, black pepper, and optional chili flakes to the mixture.
03 - Set heat to high and bring to a boil, stirring regularly to prevent the pasta from sticking.
04 - Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 10 to 12 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat, then stir in fresh basil leaves and half of the cheese if using until thoroughly combined.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with remaining basil and cheese.
