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Italian Pasta Recipes

A collection of classic Italian pasta dishes that are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 400 grams spaghetti or any pasta of choice
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 400 grams canned tomatoes crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 50 grams parmesan cheese grated
Garnish
  • 10 leaves fresh basil torn

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combining
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  2. Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe can be customized with additional ingredients such as vegetables, meats, or different types of cheese.

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