This pasta dinner is great for busy weeknights because it's quick and easy. You can make a tasty meal in just 20 minutes with easy-to-find ingredients and little work.
Ingredients: 8 ounces pasta of your choice. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1 small onion, finely chopped. 1 bell pepper, diced. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup black olives, sliced. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh basil leaves, for garnish. Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving.
Instructions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion. Saut until fragrant and onions are translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add diced bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in cherry tomatoes and black olives. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes start to soften. Season with dried oregano, red pepper flakes if using, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until evenly combined and heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
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