A simple and nutritious pasta dish made with kale, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they begin to soften and release juices.
Stir in chopped kale and cook for 4-5 minutes, until wilted. Add red pepper flakes if using.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.