Spaghetti, Capellini Or Penne Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Spaghetti, Capellini Or Penne Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, fill it with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
2
Cook the Pasta
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti, capellini, or penne. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes for spaghetti or penne and 2-4 minutes for capellini.
3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander and set it aside.

4
Sauté Garlic
In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing it to thicken and the flavors to meld.
6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce.
7
Finish and Serve
Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the pasta. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.