Byo Pasta Recipe
Your choice of pasta (rigatoni or spaghetti) and choice of sauce (alfredo, spicy vodka, or marinara).
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Optional Toppings
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the rigatoni or spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta in a colander.
Preparing the Sauce
- 4
Heat Sauce
In a separate saucepan, heat your choice of sauce (Alfredo, Spicy Vodka, or Marinara) over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Adjust Sauce Consistency
If you prefer a creamier consistency, add a little reserved pasta water to the sauce until desired thickness is reached.
Combining and Serving
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the saucepan with the sauce, tossing to combine well.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil leaves, and red pepper flakes if desired.