Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 3
Cook Pasta
Add 200 grams of pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.
Making Sauce
- 5
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 6
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in 400 grams of crushed canned tomatoes and add 1 teaspoon each of dried basil, dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well.
- 8
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until well coated.
- 10
Serve
Plate the pasta, sprinkle with 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh basil to taste.
