Pasta Recipe
Delicious pasta dishes made with homemade sauces.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- 4
Season the Sauce
Add chopped basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the sauce. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Heat through for a couple of minutes.
- 6
Serve
Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired.