Pasta Italia al Pomodoro e Basilico

A vibrant and fragrant Italian pasta dish featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a fresh tomato and basil sauce. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal, this classic recipe embodies the essence of Italian cuisine.

Italian
easy 15 min 450 cal
Steps

1. Cook the spaghetti in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. 2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. 3. Add the diced tomatoes to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Season with salt and black pepper. 4. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the pan with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors. 5. Remove from heat and toss in fresh basil leaves. 6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Ingredients

100g spaghetti 1 medium ripe tomato, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil A handful of fresh basil leaves Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

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