Italian Dish Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Once the water is boiling, add 200 grams of pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Reserve a small cup of pasta water.
Preparing Sauce
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Add 400 grams of crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Stir in 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 6
Add Fresh Basil
Once the sauce is simmering, tear 10 fresh basil leaves and add them to the sauce. Stir and let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes.
Combining and Serving
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- 8
Serve
Plate the pasta and sauce mixture. Top with 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese and sprinkle red pepper flakes to taste. Serve immediately.
