Side Pasta W/ Sauce Recipe
Make Side Pasta W/ Sauce Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
Add 2 cups of pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the saucepan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Pour in the 14 oz can of crushed tomatoes, then add 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Combine with Pasta
Add the drained pasta to the sauce and mix well to combine, allowing it to heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Serve
Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with 0.5 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
