Pasta Recipe
choice of marinara or alfredo sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Alfredo Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Once the water is boiling, add 300 grams of pasta. Stir occasionally and cook according to package instructions until al dente. This usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander and set aside. Reserve a small cup of pasta water if needed for the sauce.
Making Marinara Sauce
- 4
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in 800 grams of crushed canned tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 6
Finish Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 10 chopped fresh basil leaves before serving.
Making Alfredo Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add Cream and Garlic
Once the butter is melted, add 200 ml of heavy cream and 2 minced garlic cloves. Stir well to combine and heat through.
- 9
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Gradually stir in 100 grams of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of pepper.
Serving
- 10
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Choose either the marinara or alfredo sauce and combine it with the drained pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
- 11
Plate and Serve
Serve the pasta on plates, garnished with additional freshly chopped basil for marinara or sprinkle with more Parmesan for alfredo. Enjoy your meal!
