Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 3
Cook the Pasta
Add 200 grams of pasta to the boiling water. Stir occasionally and cook according to package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 4
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve a small cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 6
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- 7
Add Crushed Tomatoes
Stir in 400 grams of crushed tomatoes, followed by 1 tablespoon of basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 8
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 9
Combine with Pasta
Once the sauce is ready, add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- 10
Serve with Parmesan
Plate the pasta and sprinkle 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.