To Make:

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Heat olive oil in a frying pan and fry the crushed garlic until it softens. Then add red pepper flakes (if using) and some of the basil.

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Add the canned cherry tomatoes.

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Simmer for 15 minutes, and add salt and pepper to taste.

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Cook pasta in water (with salt and oil) for 3 minutes less than the suggested cooking time; drain it and add to the sauce. Cook both together for 2-3 more minutes until the pasta is cooked.

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Turn the heat to low and add the Parmigiano cheese a handful at a time while mixing everything together well. You want the cheese to melt in the hot sauce.

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Serve immediately with fresh basil leaves and extra cheese if required.

For Sausages:

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Boil the sausages for 12 minutes.

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Pan-sear with olive oil over medium-high heat until it browns for 2-3 minutes.

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Serve with your Pasta Allo Scarpariello.