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Skillet Pasta

Ingredients

  • ½ Pound Spaghetti Pasta
  • 1 Cup Whole Cherry Tomatoes
  • 7 Whole Garlic Cloves
  • ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese or to taste
  • 2 Cups Fresh Arugula
  • Fresh Basil finely chopped & to taste
  • Pecorino Romano grated & to taste
  • 4 Cups Boiling Water
  • Red Pepper Flakes to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil to taste
  • Basil Olive Oil for topping

Instructions

  • Add garlic, tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and a couple pinches of salt to a cast iron skillet.
  • Lay dry spaghetti on top, then pour in just enough water to cover everything.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, and cook over medium-high for 8–12 minutes, until pasta is al dente.
  • Add the red pepper flakes, grated parmesan and pecorino romano cheese. Stir occasionally to keep it from sticking.
  • Take off the heat, toss in arugula to wilt, then mix in grated cheese. Stir well until a creamy sauce forms. Top with fresh basil, and basil infused olive oil.
  • Serve and enjoy!