Halibut and Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta

Ingredients

• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, freshly grated)
• Fresh basil leaves (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Red pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
• Pasta (8 ounces)
• Cherry tomatoes (1 cup)
• Halibut fillets (2 (6-ounce) fillets)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with one tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.
3. While the tomatoes are roasting, cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
4. Season the halibut fillets with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat one tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the halibut and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.
6. Stir in the roasted cherry tomatoes, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the tomato-garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
8. Divide the pasta among serving plates. Top each serving with a halibut fillet, a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a scattering of fresh basil.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy the taste of Italy!