Cherry Tomato, Basil, Spinach and Parmesan Pasta | BBT

Ingredients

• 4 ounces dried spaghetti or pasta noodles of your choice
• 3 cups cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups baby spinach roughly chopped
• 1 bunch basil leaves about 10 to 12 leaves; roughly chopped
• 4 garlic cloves very thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for garnish
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
• 1 red chili pepper deseeded and finely chopped (optional)
• extra virgin olive oil for frying