Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Season the Water
Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water to season it.
- 3
Cook the Pasta
Add 200 grams of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Drain the Pasta
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat until shimmering.
- 6
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- 7
Add Tomatoes
Pour in 400 grams of canned tomatoes, stir to combine, and bring to a simmer.
- 8
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper to the sauce, stirring well.
- 9
Add Basil
Tear 10 basil leaves and add them to the sauce, stirring to incorporate the flavors.
- 10
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 11
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- 12
Serve
Plate the pasta and sauce mixture. Grate 50 grams of Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.