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Easy Pasta Sauce Recipe | Pasta al Pomodoro (The Basic Everyday Pasta Sauce)

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Pasta al Pomodoro

Cultural Context

Originating from the southern regions of Italy, Pasta al Pomodoro is a quintessential dish that highlights the simplicity and freshness of Italian cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed in family gatherings, it embodies the Italian philosophy of using high-quality, seasonal ingredients. Today, it is celebrated worldwide and often adapted with various pasta shapes and additional ingredients like vegetables or proteins.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 clove garlic
1/2 medium yellow onion
1 15oz can organic tomato sauce
80-100 g pasta per person

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola is more budget-friendly.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3

Add the can of organic tomato sauce to the skillet and cook until heated through.

4

Cook your favorite pasta according to package instructions, then drain.

5

Combine the drained pasta with the tomato sauce mixture in the skillet, tossing to coat.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletlarge pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Pomodoro PastaSpaghetti al Pomodoro
Local Name: Pasta al Pomodoro

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