Italian Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the boiling water. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta in a colander.
Sauce Preparation
- 3
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Add the crushed canned tomatoes to the skillet along with the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the sauce in the skillet. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 7
Add Cheese
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss again to combine.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Serve the pasta in bowls, garnished with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your delicious Italian pasta!
