Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the sausage until cooked through and slightly browned, about 5 minutes.  Set aside.

Step 3

Using a damp paper towel, wipe down the skillet. Heat one tablespoon olive oil over low heat. Add garlic and cook about 1 minutes until fragrant and golden. Add cherry tomatoes and season with sea salt. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the pasta is ready.

Step 4

In the meantime, cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 5

Add pasta and sausage into the skillet with the tomatoes. Slowly mix in the reserved 1/4 cup of pasta water mixing well. Season with a dash of crushed red pepper.

Step 6

Serve topped with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.