Fettuccine Basilico Recipe
Fresh plum tomato sauce, garlic and basil
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Fettuccine
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Tomato Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Add the chopped fresh plum tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes soften and create a sauce.
- 4
Mix in Basil
Stir in the fresh basil leaves and season with salt and black pepper. Let simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is coated with the tomato sauce.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil if desired.