Description
A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish bringing together fresh ingredients for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8oz (220 grams) spaghetti or bucatini
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14oz/400 grams) tomatoes (whole, diced, or cherry tomatoes)
- ½ tsp fine salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 handful of basil leaves, chopped or torn
- 3 Tbsp grated parmesan, to serve
Instructions
- Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add your spaghetti or bucatini and cook according to package instructions for about 8 to 10 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes, breaking up whole tomatoes with a spoon. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped basil leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Drain the pasta, reserving a bit of the pasta water. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce and toss together.
- Plate the pasta and drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with grated parmesan.
Notes
Customize the recipe with your favorite herbs or proteins for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: pasta, Italian, vegetarian, easy dinner, quick meal