Whenever I make this pasta recipe, it tastes even better the day after

-Salt and pepper to taste
-4 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
-1 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
-Olive oil as needed
-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions:
1. Combine garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), basil, salt, and pepper, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Cover and set aside for 4 hours.
2. Meanwhile, before you are about to serve, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions.
3. Toss cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes bowl. Add in Parmesan cheese. Combine.
4. Serve!