Pasta with Roasted Tomato Sauce

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Al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich homemade roasted tomato sauce made from three quarters ripe tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil for a vibrant Italian dish. This Italian-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs ripe Roma tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a large baking sheet, toss 12 quartered ripe Roma tomatoes, 4 peeled whole garlic cloves, 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Spread in a single layer and roast for 30 minutes until tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.
  2. Step 2: While tomatoes roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  3. Step 3: Transfer roasted tomatoes and garlic to a large bowl and mash with a fork until chunky. Add 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves and toss to combine.
  4. Step 4: In the pasta pot over low heat, combine the tomato mixture with the cooked spaghetti, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss vigorously for 1-2 minutes until sauce coats pasta evenly and cheese melts. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.

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