Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce with Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 2 pints cherry tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pound spaghetti
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
3. Spread the tomato mixture onto a baking sheet in an even layer. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
4. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions.
5. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the roasted tomatoes. Toss to combine.
6. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Interesting Facts

• Cherry tomatoes are a great source of vitamins A and C.
• Roasting tomatoes brings out their sweetness and adds flavor to the sauce.
• Spaghetti is an Italian type of pasta, and is often served with tomato-based sauces.