Spaghetti De Tomate Recipe
Imported Italian spaghetti with fresh tomato sauce and basil
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
- 2
Prepare the Tomato Sauce
While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Chop the fresh tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and create a sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water.
- 4
Combine and Season
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve
Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.