Farfalle with Tomato Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with this Farfalle with Tomato Sauce recipe—a perfect harmony of tender bow-tie pasta and a rich, aromatic tomato sauce. Featuring pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, and onion, this dish is elevated with the fragrant warmth of dried oregano and basil, and a subtle hint of sweetness from sugar. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for an optional touch of indulgence. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this classic pasta dish showcases the beauty of simple ingredients combined with love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 grams farfalle pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 5 leaves fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the farfalle pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, add the cooked farfalle to the skillet.
Toss the pasta in the sauce until well coated.
Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.2 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 805 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 386 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
