Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLeone'sPasta Luncheon Recipe

Pasta Luncheon Recipe

Inspired by Leone's
Time1h
Serves20

Minimum 20 People

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. This should take about 10-12 minutes.

  2. 2

    Drain Pasta

    Make sure to reserve a cup of the pasta water in case you need to adjust the sauce consistency later.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Sauté Garlic

    Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Tomatoes

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let simmer for 15 minutes.

Vegetable Incorporation

  1. 5

    Incorporate Vegetables

    Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  2. 6

    Add Spinach

    This should take about 2-3 minutes.

Final Assembly

  1. 7

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Ensure that the dish is well mixed and garnished abundantly.

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