12 ouncescherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered if large
1onion, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
4cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoonred pepper flakes
2 sprigsbasil, plus torn leaves for garnish
2 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
4 1/2 cupswater
Instructions
Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, garlic, red-pepper flakes, basil, oil, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and water in a large straight-sided skillet (the linguine should lay flat).
Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil mixture, stirring and turning pasta frequently with tongs or a fork, until pasta is al dente and water has nearly evaporated, about 9 minutes.
Season to taste with salt and pepper, divide among 4 bowls, and garnish with basil. Serve with olive oil and Parmesan.