amazing tomato basil pasta

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26 Pinches
Trail, BC
Updated on Jun 15, 2013

I stumbled on a cooking site and this recipe caught my eye. I have never made pasta this way and I must say it is so easy and delish that it is now a 'go to' in my kitchen!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces pasta, uncooked (i used linguini)
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes (can use fresh)
  • 1 large sweet onion cut in julienne strips
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced (i used roasted )
  • 2 large sprigs of basil
  • 4 1/2 cups vegetable broth, not low sodium
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • - parmesan cheese for garnish

How To Make amazing tomato basil pasta

  • Step 1
    Place pasta,tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil in a large stock pot.
  • Step 2
    Pour in vegetqable broth, sprinkle on the top the pepper flakes and oregano. Drizzle with the olive oil. Cover pot and bring to boil. Reduce to a low simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes or so.
  • Step 3
    Cook till most of the liquid has been absorbed. Leave a small amount for a sauce like texture.
  • Step 4
    Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir pasta as you serve to distribute the remaining liquid evenly. Garnish with Parmesan Cheese.

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Category: Pasta
Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Stove Top

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