Pasta With Marinara Sauce Or Butter Recipe
Savor the classic comfort of al dente pasta drizzled with rich marinara sauce or simply tossed in creamy butter for a delightful and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Cooking the 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
Making Marinara Sauce
In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Preparing Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- 4
Serving
Toss the cooked pasta with the marinara sauce or butter sauce as desired. Serve warm.
