Description
Pasta lovers, rejoice! This delightful pasta recipe brings the rich flavors of Italy right to your kitchen. With al dente pasta enveloped in a luscious marinara sauce, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, each bite is a celebration of comfort food at its finest. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is both easy to make and impressively delicious. Get ready to twirl your fork and savor every mouthful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add canned tomatoes and their juices; crush lightly. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes while simmering.
- Combine drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet; toss well.
- Stir in chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Experiment by adding spinach instead of basil or grilled chicken for extra protein. For a touch of acidity, try squeezing fresh lemon juice before serving.