- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 400 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious Tagliatelle with Tomato and Basil Sauce: A quick and flavorful recipe that combines the soft texture of Italian bread with the intense flavor of ripe tomatoes and the fresh aroma of basil.”
What you need to know
- Delicioso e fácil de fazer
- Combina ingredientes frescos e sazonais
- Cozimento da massa e molho são separados para garantir um molho suave e a massa al dente
- Versátil para ser servido quente ou frio
Ingredients
Main
- 400g tagliatelle
- 4 chopped ripe tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves to taste
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Grated parmesan cheese to taste
Instructions
Principal
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the tagliatelle according to the package instructions.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the skillet with the olive oil over medium heat.
- Adicione o alho picado e refogue até dourar levemente.
- Then, add the chopped tomatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, until they break down.
- Season with salt and black pepper and mix well.
- When the pasta is al dente, drain it and reserve a cup of the cooking water.
- Add the tagliatelle to the skillet with the sauce, mixing well. If necessary, add a little of the reserved water to adjust the consistency.
- Finish with fresh basil leaves and mix again.
- Serve in individual plates, with grated parmesan cheese on top.
Chef's tips
- Adicione a água do cozimento da massa ao molho para evitar grudento
- Para um molho mais suave, adicione um pouco de leite
- Para uma textura mais molhada, adicione mais azeite
Variations
- Adicione algumas folhas de manjericão picadas ao molho para dar mais aroma
- Para uma versão doce, acrescente um pouco de açúcar ao molho
- Adicione algumas lascas de queijo parmesão ao final da mistura para dar mais sabor
Substitutions
- Use tomates maduros em lugar de maduros
- Substitua o azeite por óleo de girassol
- Para uma versão vegetariana, use tomates secos em vez de maduros
How to store
- Mantenha em um recipiente hermético e armazene em temperatura ambiente
- Dura até 3 dias refrigerado
Can it be frozen?
It cannot be frozen directly, but the sauce can be frozen in airtight containers and added to hot tagliatelle
What to serve with
To serve alongside, pair with a fresh green leaf salad or a mustard sauce
Frequently asked questions
How do I add the sauce to the pasta?
When the pasta is al dente, drain it and reserve a cup of the cooking water. Add the pasta to the skillet with the sauce, mixing well and adding the reserved water to adjust the consistency.
How can I substitute basil?
If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil leaves or even parsley leaves to add an aromatic touch.
How can I make the sauce smoother?
Add a little milk to the sauce during cooking to make it smoother.
How do I add the parmesan cheese?
Finish the tagliatelle with the hot sauce, adding the grated parmesan cheese on top.
Can you freeze the sauce before using the dough?
It cannot be frozen directly, but the sauce can be frozen in airtight containers and added to hot tagliatelle.
