Cavatappi Pasta Recipe
Uncle Roy’s Marinara or Butter & Parmesan
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Butter & Parmesan
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing Marinara Sauce
- 2
Make the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in fresh basil before serving.
Butter & Parmesan Topping
- 3
Prepare Butter & Parmesan
In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
