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Tomato Basil Pasta

A quick classic with tangy tomatoes and fresh basil.

30 minutes · 2 servings · Easy

Tomato Basil Pasta

Tomato pasta is a staple on Italian family tables. Its short ingredient list makes heat control and seasoning especially important.

Ingredients

  • Spaghetti180 g
  • Canned tomatoes400 g
  • Fresh basil10 leaves
  • Olive oil2 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until one minute before the package time.

    The center of the pasta still has a slight bite Take care around boiling water.
  2. 2

    Warm the olive oil over medium-low heat, add the tomatoes, and simmer until thickened.

    The sauce coats the back of a spatula
  3. 3

    Toss in the pasta with a splash of pasta water, then turn off the heat and fold in the basil.

    The sauce evenly coats every strand

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