Pasta with cheese and tomato

Directions

1. Fill a medium-sized saucepan about three-quarters full with water and bring to a boil, covered, to save time. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
2. Season to taste, and optionally add a drizzle of oil. ≈ 2 min
3. Add the pasta and gently stir with a wooden spoon to prevent it from sticking together. ≈ 4 min
4. Reduce the heat and stir every two minutes. Allow about 8 minutes for pasta to cook al dente, depending on its thickness. ⏱ 8 min
5. Drain them in a colander, rinsing them with cold water if you prefer them to be less sticky. ≈ 2 min
6. Heat the fried tomato in a small saucepan. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
7. Place the pasta in a shallow bowl, pour over with sauce, and sprinkle with grated cheese. ≈ 2 min