Pasta with Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.

3. 3

   Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and reserve a small cup of the pasta water.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, pesto, and cherry tomatoes. Mix well to coat the pasta evenly with the pesto.

5. 5

   If the pasta seems dry, add a little of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

6. 6

   Grate the parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss gently to combine.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese if desired.