Comforting Pasta

A rich and satisfying pasta dish that serves as a comforting meal for chaotic days, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 500

Pasta Ingredients

300 g 300g pasta (preferably fusilli) Fusilli holds the sauce better than spaghetti.
2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil Good quality olive oil makes a difference.
4 cloves 4 cloves garlic, minced Use 5 cloves if you love garlic.
1 tin 1 tin chopped tomatoes Preferred brand: Mutti.
1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon dried basil Fresh basil is better if available.
to taste Salt and pepper to taste Don't skip this—life needs seasoning.
to taste Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Use a generous handful.
to taste Optional: Red pepper flakes Only if you enjoy a little heat.

Preparation

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Make sure to season it with salt.
Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
In a separate pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic.
Once the garlic is lightly golden, pour in the chopped tomatoes and add basil, salt, and pepper.
Let this simmer for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors.

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Serve in mismatched bowls or straight from the pot for a casual dining experience. Leftovers taste even better after marinating in the fridge.

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