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Easy Italian Recipes to Bring Joy to Your Dinner Table

Discover a quick and delightful Italian recipe for pasta with tomato sauce that will elevate your dinner experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta Choose your favorite type like penne, fusilli, or spaghetti
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil A touch of good quality olive oil adds richness
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Sautéed onions bring a sweet foundation
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic infuses the dish
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adds a hint of heat
  • 28 oz canned diced tomatoes The star of your Italian recipes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Enhances the Mediterranean flavors
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth For depth and a luscious sauce
For Garnishing
  • ½ cup fresh basil, chopped Bright and fragrant
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped Adds a pop of color
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese A flavorful finish
  • to taste salt Essential for flavor
  • to taste black pepper Adds a fragrant kick

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions, usually 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, dried oregano, and broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  5. Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet. Toss the pasta in the sauce until fully coated.
  6. Stir in basil, parsley, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 16gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a little water or broth.

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