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Pasta Pomodoro

A simple and vibrant Italian pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 ounces spaghetti or your favorite pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cups fresh ripe tomatoes diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Colander for draining
  • Large sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Fill a large pot with water, add a generous amount of salt, and bring to a boil.
  2. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes and red pepper flakes, then cook for 5–7 minutes until the tomatoes break down into a sauce.
  5. Season the sauce with salt to taste.
  6. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  7. Add the drained pasta to the sauce, tossing to combine and adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Always taste your sauce before serving; adjusting salt and seasoning makes a big difference.