Red Sauce Pasta
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of homemade red sauce pasta, where al dente noodles meet a rich, garlicky tomato sauce. This simple yet delicious dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings with friends. With fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, every bite is a celebration of flavor that will warm your heart and soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in canned tomatoes with juices; season with salt, pepper, and sugar (if using). Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Mix in fresh basil just before serving and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Combine drained pasta with sauce in the skillet until well-coated. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg