Italian Cherry Tomato and Mushroom Pasta with an Indian Twist

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Just a bit of experimenting in the kitchen, felt like something light and meatless and these were the ingredients I had on hand. Turned out exquisitely even though I wasn't expecting much. The cumin seeds really makes the other flavours pop.

Italian Cherry Tomato and Mushroom Pasta with an Indian Twist

olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 teaspoon chopped garlic

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

250g small button mushrooms

250g cherry tomatoes, halved if neccessary, smaller ones left whole

1 tbsp sugar

1/2 teaspoon dried mint

salt & pepper to taste

1 - 2 tbsp basil pesto

1 - 2 tbsp cream

100g rocket

2 tbsp capers

1. Saute onion, garlic and cumin seeds in oil until translucent

2. Add button mushrooms, saute for a few minutes, until starting to soften

3. Add tomatoes, sugar, mint, salt & pepper, turn heat down and simmer for 10 - 15 minutes

4. Add cooked spaghetti, pesto and cream

5. Finally stir rocket & capers through, let sit until rocket wilts

6. Serve immediately, sprinkled with a little bit of cheese - I used boerenkaas with mustard

seeds to great effect, but I suspect fontina would work equally well.