Pasta Pomodoro
Experience the delicious taste of Italy with this easy Pasta Pomodoro recipe. Cook the pasta and make a flavorful tomato sauce with shallots, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes. Top it off with melted parmesan cheese and fresh basil for a mouthwatering dish that will leave you wanting more!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces cooked thin spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 shallots, (minced)
- 3 cloves garlic, (minced)
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 (28 ounce ) can crushed tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup freshly chopped basil
Steps
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions. When straining the pasta, reserve ⅓ cup of the pasta water. Set the noodles and water aside separately.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the minced shallots for about 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and sauté for a minute.
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Add the can of crushed tomatoes, reserved pasta water, salt, and pepper. Bring everything to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 6-8 minutes.
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Once the sauce has simmered down and is the desired consistency, add the cooked pasta, parmesan cheese, and basil.
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Continue to cook and stir constantly until all the cheese is melted.
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Remove the pasta from the pan and serve with additional parmesan cheese and basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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