Description
A classic pasta recipe that highlights the art of Italian cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes to the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Drain the pasta, reserving some cooking water. Add pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed. Stir in fresh basil and salt.
- Plate the pasta and top with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use San Marzano tomatoes.
- Experiment with different types of pasta, such as penne or fettuccine.
- Garnish with additional basil for presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: pasta, Italian cuisine, main course, vegetarian