Pasta Recipe
choice of marinara or alfredo sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Alfredo Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
Add 200g of pasta to the boiling water. Cook according to package directions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve some pasta water if needed, then drain the pasta in a colander. Set aside.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 4
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the oil and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in 800g of crushed canned tomatoes, 1 tsp of dried oregano, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 1 cup of chopped fresh basil before serving.
Alfredo Sauce Preparation
- 8
- 9
Add Cream and Garlic
Once melted, add 1 cup of heavy cream and 2 minced garlic cloves. Stir and cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- 10
Incorporate Cheese and Season
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with 1 tsp of salt and 1 tsp of black pepper.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 11
Combine
Add the cooked pasta to your desired sauce (Marinara or Alfredo). Toss well to coat.
- 12
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil for Marinara or extra Parmesan for Alfredo.
