Jul 17 2026
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Pasta Recipe

Inspired by The Toasted Frog
Time20m
Serves2

Your choice of tomato sauce & parmesan -OR- butter & parmesan

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Ingredients

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Pasta Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

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

  2. 2

    Prepare Tomato Sauce Option

    If using tomato sauce, return the pot to medium heat. Add the tomato sauce to the pot and let it simmer for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Prepare Butter Option

    For the butter option, melt the butter in a separate pan over medium heat until bubbling, then remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained pasta to the pot with the tomato sauce, or add the pasta to the melted butter. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.

  5. 5

    Add Parmesan and Season

    Sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If desired, garnish with fresh basil.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the pasta hot, with extra parmesan on the side if desired.

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