One-Serving Tomato and Basil Pasta

Pot for boiling water; Large skillet; Wooden spoon or spatula for stirring

10 minutes

30 minutes

Italian

Tomato, Basil, Pasta, Italian, 30 minutes

Main Course

Stovetop

Vegetarian

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60g of dried pasta of your choice

1 tablespoon of olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano

1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)

1/2 cup of tomato sauce or diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil leaves

Salt and pepper to taste

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the cooked pasta and set aside.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the tomato sauce or diced tomatoes to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic mixture. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomato sauce mixture and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil leaves, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve immediately while hot!

Calories – 590 kcal; Fat – 16 g; Carbohydrates – 95 g; Protein – 17 g; Sodium – 590 mg; Sugar – 6 g

This one-serving Tomato and Basil Pasta is an easy Italian dish that can be made in just 30 minutes! It’s packed with flavor from garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, tomato sauce or diced tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, salt, and pepper! Enjoy this delicious meal any night of the week!

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A typical Italian meal starts with antipasti (appetizers), followed by a first course of pasta or risotto, a second course of meat or fish, and a side dish of vegetables.