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Pantry-to-Plate 15-Minute Pasta

A quick and flavorful garlicky tomato-butter pasta perfect for busy weeknights.
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Temps de préparation 5 minutes
Temps de cuisson 10 minutes
Temps total 15 minutes
Portions: 2 servings
Type de plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingrédients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta Your favorite type
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes Use a 14.5 oz can
  • 2 tbsp butter Knob of butter
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • to taste salt Adjust according to preference
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes For heat
Optional Addition
  • 1 cup spinach Add for color and nutrition

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Boil your favorite pasta according to package instructions.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
  2. Add crushed tomatoes, red pepper flakes, butter, and salt to the skillet.
Combine and Serve
  1. Toss cooked pasta directly into the skillet with a splash of pasta water.
  2. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and wilted spinach if using.
  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

Save some pasta water for a silkier sauce. Taste and adjust salt after combining.