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Pasta Pomodoro: A Simple and Affordable Dinner Recipe

Yield: 6 servings
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 oz. uncooked spaghetti noodles
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 28 oz. peeled whole tomatoes (with juice)
  • 6 basil leaves
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and chopped garlic to the pan, cooking until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden.
  • Add the whole tomatoes (including the juice), 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and fresh basil. Cook for about 10 minutes, until the tomatoes have started to break down and release their juices.
  • Use a masher to break down the tomatoes.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated in the tomato sauce.