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Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Pasta with Fresh Tomato Sauce showcases the beauty of simple, high-quality ingredients. Traditionally enjoyed in summer when tomatoes are at their peak, this dish emphasizes freshness and flavor. Today, it is a staple in Italian cuisine and has been embraced globally, often featuring in home kitchens and restaurants alike.

ItalianITmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
fresh egg linguine
2 garlic cloves
1 small can of Italian peeled tomatoes
12 pitted black olives
1 tablespoon capers
a bunch of basil
extra virgin olive oil
salt
black pepper

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Prepare a large pot of boiling water.

2

Add a generous tablespoon of sea salt to the boiling water.

3

Cook fresh egg linguine in boiling water for 2 minutes.

4

In a frying pan, add about 2 tablespoons of water and 4-5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat.

5

Grate or crush 2 garlic cloves and add to the pan, cooking for 30 seconds until golden.

6

Add 1 small can of Italian peeled tomatoes to the pan and crush them by hand.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of capers and 12 pitted black olives to the pan.

8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste and stir the sauce.

9

Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a bit of pasta water and add it to the sauce.

10

Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding more pasta water if needed.

11

Tear fresh basil leaves and add them to the pasta just before serving, mixing gently.

12

Serve the pasta and top with grated pecorino cheese and extra olives.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potfrying panspatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Spaghetti al PomodoroPasta al Pomodoro
Local Name: Pasta al Pomodoro fresco

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