Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta Recipe – Healthy and Delicious!

Hello all my food-addicted friends! Ready to satiate your cravings for something delicious and nutritious? Today, we’re diving straight into a world of zesty flavors with our classic Italian recipe – Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta. This quick n’ easy recipe is the perfect solution for impromptu dinner plans or busy weeknight meals.

What makes this dish so captivating is not only its mouth-watering taste but also the vibrant colors of ripe, juicy tomatoes and fresh, aromatic basil leaves. It screams love, comfort, and health all at once!

Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients
• 200g of pasta (the type of pasta is entirely your choice)
• 1kg fresh ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 bunch of fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Grated Parmesan for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Begin by boiling your pasta in a large pot of salted water. Cook it ‘al dente’ as it will continue to soften when added to the sauce.

2. While the pasta is boiling, get started on your sauce.

3. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat, add the chopped onions and fry until they become translucent.

4. Add the minced garlic and simmer until it releases its aroma (but be careful not to burn it).

5. It’s time to add the diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper to the pan, stirring throughout. Allow it to simmer gently until the tomatoes break down and create a beautiful, thick sauce.

6. Just before your sauce is done, add a handful of fresh basil to the pan. The heat will wilt it slightly and release all those wonderful flavors.

7. Now, it’s time to marry the pasta and sauce together. Drain the pasta, reserving a little cooking water. Swiftly, toss the pasta into the pan with sauce, adding a splash of cooking water to help it adhere to the pasta.

8. Serve it hot with some grated Parmesan, more basil leaves, and a good grind of black pepper on top.

Viola! Your Fresh Tomato and Basil Pasta is ready to serve!

This satisfying dish is not just full of bold Italian flavors, but it’s also a great one-pan way to use up those ripe tomatoes in your kitchen. Perfect for a lazy Sunday or a quick midweek dinner, this recipe is a keeper! Happy cooking!

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Links for sourcing ingredients:
• Fresh Tomatoes: [Link]
• Fresh Basil: [Link]
• Pasta: [Link]

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