One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
2. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant
4. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes
5. Pour in vegetable broth, then add pasta, salt, and pepper
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked, about 10-12 minutes
7. Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil
8. If desired, mix in grated Parmesan cheese before serving
9. Serve warm and enjoy your meal!