Roasted Tomatoes and Pasta
2 pounds medium plum tomatoes (10 to 12), halved lengthwise
1/2 cup olive oil, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper, Crushed
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper, Coarse Grind
8 ounces pasta, such as spaghetti or fettucine
Directions1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place tomato halves, cut-sides up, in foil-lined 15x10x1-inch pan sprayed with no stick cooking spray. Mix 1/4 cup of the oil, minced garlic and seasonings in small bowl. Spoon over tomatoes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the remaining oil.
2. Roast 45 to 60 minutes until tomatoes are soft and browned on top.
3. Prepare pasta as directed on package. Drain well. Place 1/2 of the roasted tomatoes and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in large bowl. Coarsely mash tomatoes. Add pasta and remaining roasted tomatoes; toss to mix well. Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese and additional crushed red pepper, if desired.