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Easy Beginner-Friendly Pasta Recipe
This super simple and quick pasta dish is perfect for beginners and a proven family favorite. It comes together in minutes and offers great versatility; you can enjoy it as is or enhance it by adding more veggies, chicken, or fish for a more complete and hearty meal.
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Finished Pasta Dish, Ready to Serve
Recipe Information
10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Italian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
12g
Protein
60g
Carbs
8g
Fat
Close-up of Pasta with Sauce
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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Pasta Mixed with Sauce in Pan
Instructions
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- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.10m
Preview10mPreviewBring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. - While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.3m
Preview3mPreviewWhile the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. - Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then stir in the salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.5m
Preview5mPreviewPour in the crushed tomatoes, then stir in the salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. - Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all the pasta is coated evenly. If needed, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to achieve a desirable consistency.2mPreview2mPreviewAdd the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all the pasta is coated evenly. If needed, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to achieve a desirable consistency.
- Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.1mPreview1mPreviewServe immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
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