Spaghetti with Cherry Tomatoes and Mushrooms

Spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and mushrooms is a simple and tasty dish; here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 320 g spaghetti
• 500 g cherry tomatoes
• 300 g mushrooms
• 2 garlic cloves
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• A bunch of basil
• Grated parmesan (optional)

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the mushrooms with a damp cloth or brush to remove any soil residue, then slice them thinly.
2. Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half or into quarters if they are larger.
3. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of oil and add the garlic cloves to flavor the oil. When the garlic is golden, remove it from the pan.
4. In the same pan, add the mushrooms and cook over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden. Add the cherry tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Lower the heat and continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes, until the cherry tomatoes start to burst, forming a light sauce.
6. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti al dente according to the package instructions.
7. Drain the spaghetti and add them to the pan with the cherry tomatoes and mushrooms. Toss together to combine the flavors.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and, if desired, a sprinkle of grated parmesan.

Curiosities

This dish is an example of how Italian cuisine enhances the flavors of simple but fresh ingredients, combining the sweetness of cherry tomatoes with the earthy taste of mushrooms for a surprisingly rich and satisfying result. It is also easy to adapt for different seasons by changing the type of mushrooms or adding different aromatic herbs such as thyme or rosemary.