These 15 Minute Dinners Will Change Your Life

Ingredients

• 200 g Pasta (any short pasta such as penne, fusilli, or rotini)
• 300 g Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, high quality)
• 1 small Yellow Onion (diced small for quick cooking)
• 2 cloves Garlic (sliced thin)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped; basil can be used instead)
• ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• to taste Salt
• to taste Cracked Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Boil Water

   Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.

   Time: PT2M

2. Cook Pasta

   Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions, usually 8–10 minutes, until al dente. Stir once to prevent sticking.

   Time: PT9M

3. Sauté Aromatics

   While the pasta cooks, place a large skillet over low–medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil, then add the diced onion. Sweat for about 2 minutes, then add the sliced garlic and cook another minute until fragrant.

   Time: PT3M

4. Add Cherry Tomatoes

   Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cover, and let them soften and burst for 4–5 minutes. Using a spatula, gently mash the tomatoes to release their juices.

   Time: PT5M

5. Season Sauce

   Season the tomato mixture with salt and cracked black pepper to taste. Stir and let the sauce simmer uncovered for another minute to concentrate flavors.

   Time: PT1M

6. Combine Pasta and Sauce

   Drain the pasta using a colander, reserving ½ cup of the hot pasta water. Return the pasta to the pot or add directly to the skillet, pour in the reserved water, and toss to coat.

   Time: PT2M

7. Finish with Cheese and Herbs

   Stir in the grated Parmesan and chopped parsley (or basil). Toss for another minute until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.

   Time: PT2M

8. Plate and Serve

   Divide the pasta between two plates, drizzle any remaining sauce from the pan, and finish with an extra pinch of cracked pepper and a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

450

Protein

15 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

4 g