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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
Cook the Pasta
Add 400g of pasta to the boiling salted water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water.
Sauce Preparation
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the 800g of crushed tomatoes and stir well. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper to the sauce. Allow it to simmer for about 10-15 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
Add Basil
Stir in 1 cup of chopped fresh basil leaves and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Combine and Serve
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce.
Serve
Plate the pasta and top each serving with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with additional basil if desired.
