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CREAMY TOMATO PASTA
Serves 2

1 tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp chopped red onion
2 pints yellow and red cherry tomatoes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp each chopped fresh oregano and basil
8 oz cavatappi pasta
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
8 oz mascarpone cheese
splash milk
1/3 cup grated romano cheese

1. In large saute pan, heat olive oil and add onion and cherry tomatoes. Toss in pan with salt and pepper. Cook on medium heat about 12 minutes, or until tomatoes start to break down. Add garlic, oregano and basil. Cook on low 2 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining and rinsing.

3. Add mascarpone to saute pan with a splash of milk (whole, 2%, or half & half) and romano, stir to incorporate. Add enough of the reserved pasta water to loosen sauce. Cook about 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with more grated romano and basil in serving bowls.