Quick & Easy Tomato Basil Pasta: Delicious 15-Minute Recipe!

Name: Quick & Easy Tomato Basil Pasta: Delicious 15-Minute Recipe!
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 250 grams Pasta (Spaghetti or desired shape) (Dried); 400 grams Canned Crushed Tomatoes (High quality recommended); 2 cloves Garlic (Minced); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra virgin); 1/4 cup Fresh Basil (Chopped, plus extra for garnish); to taste Salt (For pasta water and sauce); to taste Black Pepper (Freshly ground); 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated, for serving (optional))

Whip up this incredibly simple yet flavorful tomato basil pasta in just 15 minutes! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe uses pantry staples to create a rich and satisfying meal. Enjoy a taste of Italy without the fuss!

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Delicious Tomato Basil Pasta Ready to Serve

Recipe Information

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

410

Calories

17g

Protein

68g

Carbs

Fat

Pasta Tossed in Rich Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

Pasta (Spaghetti or desired shape)
(Dried)
250 grams
Canned Crushed Tomatoes
(High quality recommended)
400 grams

Garlic
(Minced)
2 cloves
Olive Oil
(Extra virgin)
2 tablespoons
Fresh Basil
(Chopped, plus extra for garnish)
1 cup
Salt
(For pasta water and sauce)
to taste
Black Pepper
(Freshly ground)
to taste

Parmesan Cheese
(Grated, for serving (optional))
1 cup

Servings: 3

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Tomato Sauce Simmering with Garlic

Instructions

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Use plenty of water and salt for flavorful pasta.
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While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Keep a close eye on the garlic; it burns quickly.

3
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
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A longer simmer will deepen the flavors of the sauce.
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Once the pasta is cooked, drain it, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
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Once the pasta is cooked, drain it, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
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The starchy pasta water helps the sauce cling to the pasta.
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Toss the pasta with the sauce, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to achieve a desired consistency. Stir in the chopped fresh basil.
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Toss the pasta with the sauce, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to achieve a desired consistency. Stir in the chopped fresh basil.
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Add basil at the end to preserve its fresh flavor.

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Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy your quick and delicious meal!
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Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy your quick and delicious meal!
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A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil before serving adds a nice finish.