Learn how to easily make pasta with fresh tomato sauce at home and enjoy its delicious flavor.
How to Make Tomato Pasta: A Delicious and Tasty Dish
Pasta is one of the most popular dishes worldwide and can be made with various sauces and ingredients. One of the simplest and quickest ways to prepare pasta is by using tomato sauce. In this article, we will teach you how to make pasta with tomato sauce and review important tips on selecting ingredients, preparation steps, and serving. Join us to make this delicious dish at home.
Pasta with tomato sauce is a simple, healthy, and tasty meal that can be served at different times of the day (lunch or dinner). Although this dish is easy to prepare, it offers a very delightful taste. Besides the recipe, we will also discuss some important tips for choosing ingredients as well as ways to garnish and serve the pasta.
For making pasta with tomato sauce, you will need the following:
Main Ingredients:
300 grams of pasta (any type you like, such as macaroni, penne, or spaghetti)
4 medium tomatoes
2 cloves of garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to reduce tomato acidity)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
Fresh basil for garnish
Tomatoes: Using fresh and ripe tomatoes makes your sauce tastier. If fresh tomatoes are unavailable, canned tomatoes can be used.
Pasta: The type of pasta depends on your preference. Make sure to cook the pasta according to the package instructions so it becomes perfectly tender.
Olive Oil: This oil adds a better flavor and has many health benefits.
Step 1: Prepare the Pasta
Boil water: In a large pot, bring enough water to a boil. Add some salt to the water.
Cook pasta: Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 8 to 12 minutes. After cooking, drain the pasta in a colander and let the excess water drain out.
Step 2: Make the Tomato Sauce
Prepare ingredients: Peel the tomatoes and chop them into small pieces. Finely chop the garlic.
Sauté garlic: In a large pan, heat the olive oil and add the chopped garlic. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but be careful not to burn it.
Add tomatoes: Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and mix well. Season with salt, pepper, and sugar (if using). Let the sauce simmer over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes until it thickens.
Add spices: Finally, add dried oregano to the sauce and turn off the heat.
Step 3: Combine Pasta and Sauce
Mix: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce pan and stir well so the pasta is fully coated with the sauce.
Serve: After mixing well, transfer to serving plates and garnish with fresh basil.
Cheese garnish: You can sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
Add vegetables: Use vegetables like olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms to add variety and taste.
Serve with bread: This pasta can be served with Italian bread or baguette for a complete meal.
Tomato pasta is one of the simplest and most delicious dishes that can easily be made at home. Using fresh ingredients will give you an amazing flavor. This dish cooks quickly and, thanks to the tomatoes and olive oil, it is also considered a healthy meal. We hope by following these steps, you can prepare this delicious dish for yourself and your loved ones and enjoy its delightful taste.
