Weekly Series Tomato Basil Pasta

Name: Weekly Series Tomato Basil Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 3, minced garlic cloves; 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup pasta water

Simple, flavorful pasta with sun-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil for a perfect weeknight meal.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
3, minced garlic cloves
28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup pasta water

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
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 but not browned.
Step 3: Add 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and cook for 2 minutes more.
Step 5: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce coats every strand and reaches desired consistency.