Fresh Tomato Pasta With Basil
Ripe tomatoes, garlic, and basil simmer into a bright, summery sauce in just 15 minutes. Toss with hot pasta and finish with shaved Parmesan—restaurant-simple comfort.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 412
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium, then cook garlic 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3
Add tomatoes and simmer 10 minutes until they break down and sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4
Stir in basil, then taste and season with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Toss pasta with sauce, drizzle with oil if dry, then serve with shaved Parmesan.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
- colander
- cheese grater or microplane
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