Marinara Recipe
Penne sautéed with marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 4
- 5
Add the Tomatoes
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the garlic.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well and allow the sauce to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Serve
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the marinara sauce has thickened slightly, add the drained penne pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves, and serve hot.