Spaghetti With Tomatoes and Pecorino Romano Cheese

• (13 1/4 ounce) package whole grain thin spaghetti↗1
• large red onion, thinly sliced↗1
• teaspoons thyme↗2 1⁄2
• cup extra virgin olive oil, divided↗1⁄3
• cups cherry tomatoes↗3
• cup water↗3⁄4
• salt, to taste↗
• pepper, to taste↗
• cup pecorino romano cheese, grated↗1⁄2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, saute onion and thyme in half of the olive oil over low heat for 12 minutes.

3. 3

   Add cherry tomatoes and water and simmer for 8 minutes.

4. 4

   Season the sauce with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Drain pasta and toss with the sauce.

6. 6

   Add cheese and remaining olive oil and toss again.