Toscano Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
Add 2 cups of penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Add Red Pepper Flakes
Add 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds.
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Pour in 2 cups of canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
- 7
Stir in Basil
Add 1 cup of chopped fresh basil to the sauce and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta with the sauce.
- 9
Serve with Parmesan
Serve hot, topped with 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
