Serious Artisanal Pasta with Slow-Reduction Tomato Sauce
A humble pasta dish elevated by the care taken in making the dough and reducing the sauce to a rich, deep flavor, a reminder that simplicity can be profound. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 110 minutes pairs All-purpose flour, Egg, Salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Egg
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 lbs Tomatoes
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
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Instructions
- Step 1: Mix 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/4 tsp salt in a bowl; make a well and add 2 large eggs. Knead for 8 minutes until smooth. Rest 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 lbs chopped tomatoes, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes until thickened and reduced.
- Step 4: Cook pasta in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- Step 5: Toss drained pasta with tomato sauce and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water until sauce clings. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Serious Artisanal Pasta with Slow-Reduction Tomato Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 110 minutes (40 min prep + 70 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Serious Artisanal Pasta with Slow-Reduction Tomato Sauce?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Serious Artisanal Pasta with Slow-Reduction Tomato Sauce?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Serious Artisanal Pasta with Slow-Reduction Tomato Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Serious Artisanal Pasta with Slow-Reduction Tomato Sauce?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
