Name: Tomato and Garlic Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces of pasta; 2 tablespoons of olive oil; 4 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 can (14 ounces) of diced tomatoes; 1 teaspoon of dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Tomato and Garlic Pasta Recipe

Rosetta Yip Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Tomato and Garlic Pasta

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Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

8 ounces of pasta
2 tablespoons of olive oil
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 can (14 ounces) of diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon of dried basil
1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes, dried basil, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the tomato and garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the tomato and garlic pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.