Fusilli Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Dive into a comforting bowl of Fusilli Pasta with Tomato Sauce, a classic Italian-inspired recipe that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner. Featuring perfectly al dente fusilli coated in a rich, homemade tomato sauce spiced with oregano, basil, and a hint of garlic, this dish packs bold flavors in every bite. The addition of a touch of sugar balances the tomatoes’ natural acidity, while grated parmesan and fresh basil elevate the presentation and taste to restaurant-quality perfection. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, this hearty pasta dish is an easy yet satisfying meal the whole family will love. Perfect for lovers of quick pasta recipes, vegetarian meals, and traditional comfort food, this dish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fusilli pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 50 grams, grated parmesan cheese
- 6 leaves, for garnish fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked fusilli pasta to the saucepan, and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 820 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 602 mg | 13% | |
*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.
