Capellini With Tomatoes, Garlic, and Basil

• olive oil flavored cooking spray
• garlic↗8

  thinly sliced

• tomatoes3

  seeded and diced fresh

• basil leaf↗1

  fresh, roughly chopped

• kosher salt↗1⁄2

  (optional)

• fresh ground pepper↗
• capellini↗8

  ounces

• olive oil↗1
• parmesan cheese3

  shaved

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   1. Lightly coat a heavy nonstick skillet with cooking spray.

2. 2

   2. Place over medium heat and add the garlic slices.

3. 3

   3. Cook slowly until garlic is lightly and evenly browned.

4. 4

   4. Reduce heat to low and add tomatoes, basil, salt (if using), and pepper.

5. 5

   5. Cook just until the tomatoes are heated through, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   6. Meanwhile, cook capellini according to package directions to al dente; drain and place on a pasta plate or in a large bowl.

7. 7

   7. Drizzle pasta with olive oil and toss to evenly coat.

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   8. Arrange the hot tomato mixture on top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese shavings.

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   9. Serve at once, tossing the mixture as you serve.