- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 400 kcal
Quick summary
“Simple and tasty pasta. Ideal for quick and healthy meals.”
What you need to know
- Al dente and tasty pasta.
- Creamy and delicious tomato sauce.
- Olive oil and garlic add flavor.
- Parmesan cheese to finish.
- Easy and quick recipe.
Ingredients
Main
- 250 g of pasta (penne, spaghetti, or rotini)
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 400 g of tomato sauce
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Grated parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
Principal
- In a large pan, boil water with salt and add the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, in another pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until it begins to brown slightly.
- Add the tomato sauce and mix well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer the sauce over low heat for about 5 minutes to develop the flavor.
- When the pasta is ready, drain and reserve some of the cooking water.
- Mix the pasta with the sauce and, if necessary, add a little of the reserved water to loosen it.
- Serve immediately, sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Chef's tips
- Reserve pasta water to season the sauce.
- Use a tomato sauce with no added sugar to keep the natural flavor.
- For a creamier sauce, add a little milk or grated parmesan cheese.
Variations
- Add fresh herbs like basil or oregano to give an extra touch of flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, replace the tomato sauce with a mixture of mushrooms and herbs.
- For a healthier version, add peas or beans to the tomato sauce.
Substitutions
- Replace pasta with quinoa or rice grains for a healthier version.
- Tomato sauce can be replaced by tomato puree.
- Parmesan cheese can be replaced by mozzarella cheese.
How to store
- Store under refrigeration for up to 3 days.
- After freezing, thaw in individual portions to avoid coagulation.
Can it be frozen?
- It cannot be frozen directly, as the sauce may curdle.
- To freeze, reheat the sauce in individual portions and thaw at room temperature.
What to serve with
- Serve with fresh green leaf salad or roasted vegetables.
- For an extra touch of flavor, serve with gorgonzola sauce or grated parmesan.
- For a more complete preparation, serve with a vegetable sauce or carrot puree.
Frequently asked questions
What do I do if the sauce gets too thick?
Add a little water or milk to dilute the sauce and make it creamier and easier to serve.
What do I do if the pasta water is dark?
If the pasta water is dark, it is better to filter the water before straining the pasta to ensure the sauce does not have a dark appearance.
How do I keep the sauce from curdling?
Reserve an amount of pasta water and add it to the sauce to loosen it. If necessary, add a little milk or grated parmesan cheese.
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