Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLittle Donna'sLocation Recipe

Location Recipe

Inspired by Little Donna's
Time30m
Serves4

Washington, DC

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare Sauce

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in the tomato sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Mix with Pasta

    Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. If the mixture is too thick, add a little pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

  5. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

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