macaroni and tomatoes -- my way

Monticello, KY
Updated on Jan 28, 2013

I love Mac and tomatoes. I could eat a bowl or should I say "A POT", by myself. I have to add a few ingredients to it, to make it Italian-Style. I make this for my family and my friends, just a little more for a big pot full.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Stove Top
yield 2-3 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces large elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 can 28-ozs stewed tomatoes, hand crushed
  • 1 tablespoon basil, fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon oregano, fresh, chopped
  • 1 large garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • - coarse salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

How To Make macaroni and tomatoes -- my way

  • Step 1
    Add macaroni to salty boiling water. Cook macaroni until done. Drain
  • Step 2
    Add macaroni back to pot with butter. Add remaining ingredients, stir until combined. Turn heat to medium, and simmer until ingredients blend together, about 15 minutes. Pour into bowl, or eat from the pot.

Discover More

Category: Pasta
Culture: Italian
Keyword: #macaroni
Keyword: #tomatoes
Keyword: #herbs
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Stove Top

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