Kids Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Vegetables
Toppings
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
Add 2 cups of pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 4
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Tomato Sauce and Spices
Pour in 1 cup of tomato sauce, then add 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp sugar, and 0.5 tsp ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.
Adding Vegetables
- 8
Prepare Vegetables
Dice 1 cup of bell pepper, 1 cup of zucchini, and shred 0.5 cup of carrot.
- 9
Cook Vegetables
Add the prepared vegetables to the sauce. Stir well and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Combining and Serving
- 10
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the sauce and vegetables. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- 11
Serve with Toppings
Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with 0.5 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 0.25 cup of chopped fresh basil.