Pasta With Marinara Sauce Recipe
Choice of Linguine, Spaghetti, Capellini, Penne, Whole Wheat or Gluten Free
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Marinara Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your choice of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Marinara Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the marinara sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 5
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
