Pasta with Tomato, Garlic and Basil
- Makes4-6 servings
- Cook Time20 minutes
- 3
This is a super-quick, ultra-easy version of basic pasta with tomato sauce. We double down on basil flavor and fragrance by using both fresh and dried, added at different stages during cooking. We like the subtle fruitiness and spicy heat of a fresh Fresno chili here, but a jarred pickled hot cherry pepper is good, too.
Tip
Don’t boil the pasta until it’s al dente. Drain it when it’s just shy of al dente; the noodles will finish cooking directly in the sauce, which allows them to absorb flavors. Also, don’t forget to reserve about 1½ cups cooking water before draining the pasta. The starchy seasoned liquid is essential for creating silky sauced noodles.
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