Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMetropolitan Kitchen & Lounge"italian Night" Recipe

"italian Night" Recipe

Time45m
Serves12

12 Pastas

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Ingredients

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Pasta Selection

Sauce Ingredients

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Add each type of pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Drain Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a cup of pasta water for later use.

Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Heat Oil and Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 5

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add dried oregano. Stir well and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.

  3. 6

    Add Fresh Basil and Season

    Stir in the chopped fresh basil, and season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. 7

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Plate the pasta and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

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