Description
A quick and easy Italian pasta bowl featuring simple ingredients like garlic, marinara sauce, and parmesan cheese, perfect for busy days and easily customizable with your favorite toppings such as fresh basil or added proteins and vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 250 g pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add Marinara Sauce: Pour in the marinara sauce and allow it to simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes, blending the flavors.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the sauce and toss thoroughly to evenly coat the noodles.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the pasta, adjusting seasoning to taste while stirring.
- Serve: Plate the pasta bowls and top with grated parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil to finish.
Notes
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms, or proteins such as chicken, to vary the meal.
- Substitute regular pasta with whole wheat pasta for a healthier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
