Sassy Mediterranean Linguine with Basil and Tomatoes - In The Kitchen With KP

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) box linguine pasta
• 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
• 1/2 cup Crisco® 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 pints grape tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 18 basil leaves, cut in thin strips
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish