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Pasta Pomodoro

Deliciously Easy Pasta Pomodoro: Fresh Flavors in 30 Minutes

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Pasta Pomodoro is a quick, flavorful dish featuring fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil, perfect for a wholesome dinner in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 10 ounces Spaghetti or Bucatini can substitute with gluten-free pasta
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil olive oil is best for authenticity
  • 4 cloves Garlic finely minced, adjust according to taste
  • 2 pints Cherry Tomatoes halved, canned tomatoes can be used
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt plus more to taste
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 10 leaves Fresh Basil roughly chopped, parsley can substitute
  • Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese for serving, can skip for dairy-free option
  • Small Basil Leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti or bucatini and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 10-15 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Toss in the halved cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until softened.
  5. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  6. Combine the drained pasta with the tomato mixture, adding pasta water gradually until achieving the desired sauce consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and fold in the chopped fresh basil, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve with grated Parmigiano Reggiano and garnish with small basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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