Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Herb Garnish

Name: Slow-Simmered Tomato Basil Pasta with Fresh Herb Garnish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 28 oz crushed tomatoes; 1 tsp sugar; 2 tbsp, chopped fresh basil; 1 cup pasta water

Ripe tomatoes meld with garlic and fresh basil into a vibrant sauce that coats al dente pasta, delivering bright, garden-fresh flavor in every bite.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 45 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp, chopped fresh basil
1 cup pasta water

Instructions

Step 1: Bring 4 quarts (3.8L) salted water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Step 3: Add 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp fresh basil to skillet. Simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 4: Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup pasta water. Add pasta to skillet with sauce, tossing vigorously with pasta water until sauce clings to strands. Stir in remaining 2 tbsp fresh basil just before serving.