When cherry tomatoes are at their sweetest and basil is growing faster than you can use it, simple pasta dinners become hard to beat. This recipe combines sweet burst tomatoes, savory sausage, garlic, fresh basil, and spaghetti into a meal that feels effortless but tastes like summer.

The magic happens when the tomatoes begin to soften and burst in the skillet, creating a light sauce that coats every strand of pasta. The sausage adds richness, while fresh basil brings brightness and freshness to the dish.

Sausage & Burst Tomato Pasta is perfect for a busy weeknights, slow summer evenings, or anytime you need a meal that feels special without requiring much effort.

Serve with a simple green salad or grilled corn with Pesto.

Why you’ll make Sausage & Burst Tomato Pasta all summer long

• It’s ready in under 30 minutes
• Uses simple, seasonal ingredients
• This dish is packed with sweet summer tomato flavor
• It’s family friendly and satisfying
• Perfect for using up garden tomatoes and basil

This is what summer pasta should taste like.

Sausage & Burst Tomato Pasta

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Ingredients

• 12 ounces spaghetti
• 12-16 ounces Italian Sausage, sliced into rounds
• 2 pints Sungold tomatoes
• 3-4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3-4 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper
• 1/2 cup pasta water
• 1/4 -1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
• Handful of basil
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pt of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until al dente.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add sausage and cook until brown and fully cooked.
4. Add olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook about 30 seconds.
5. Add the cherry tomatoes and a pinch of salt.
6. Cook 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the tomatoes soften and begin bursting into a red sauce.
7. Transfer spaghetti directly into the skillet.
8. Add 1/4-1/2 cup pasta water and toss until glossy and coated.
9. Stir in Parmesan and most of the basil.
10. Plate and add additional Parmesan and basil.