Angel Hair With Cherry Tomatoes and Basil

• extra virgin olive oil↗1⁄4 cup
• garlic cloves, peeled↗2 2
• red pepper↗1 teaspoon
• cherry tomatoes, cut in half↗2 pints
• leaves basil↗5 5
• salt, to taste↗
• (16 ounce) package angel hair pasta↗1 1
• pecorino dolce cheese↗1⁄2 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in skillet.

2. 2

   Peel and gently press garlic. Add garlic and red pepper.

3. 3

   Cut cherry tomatoes in half and tear basil into small pieces. Add cherry tomatoes and basil.

4. 4

   Simmer for five minutes.

5. 5

   Season with salt.

6. 6

   Discard garlic cloves.

7. 7

   Cook pasta according to the directions.

8. 8

   Drain and toss with sauce.

9. 9

   Garnish with freshly grated cheese.