Side Mostaciolli Recipe
Make Side Mostaciolli Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tsp of salt to the water.
- 3
Cook the Pasta
Add 2 cups of mostaccioli pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 4
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 6
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in 1 can of crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp of Italian seasoning, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Stir well.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combining and Serving
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked mostaccioli pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
- 10
Add Toppings
Sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 0.25 cup of chopped fresh basil over the pasta and toss again to combine.
- 11
Serve
Serve the mostaccioli hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.
