Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
Heat olive oil in a pan. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add chopped tomatoes and simmer until they break down into a sauce.
Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Stir in the cooked pasta and some reserved pasta water.
Toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Salt the pasta water generously for flavor.
• Use ripe tomatoes for the best taste.
• Sauté garlic on low heat to avoid burning.
• Add pasta water to the sauce for a silkier texture.
• Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.