Macaroni with Tomato Sauce
Savor the comforting simplicity of **Macaroni with Tomato Sauce**, a classic pasta dish that’s as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe pairs tender, al dente macaroni with a rich and aromatic tomato sauce infused with the flavors of garlic, onion, oregano, and basil. The sauce’s subtle sweetness, enhanced by a touch of sugar, balances the acidity of crushed tomatoes, creating a perfectly harmonious bite. Finished with a topping of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and vibrant basil leaves, this dish promises to delight your taste buds. Ready in just 40 minutes and serving four, this hearty and wholesome pasta recipe is a must-try for fans of Italian-inspired comfort food. Keywords: macaroni recipe, tomato sauce pasta, quick dinner ideas, vegetarian pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g macaroni pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 50 g, grated parmesan cheese
- 5 leaves, to garnish fresh basil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes. Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together, stirring occasionally.
Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Stir well to ensure the pasta is thoroughly coated with the sauce.
Serve the macaroni with tomato sauce hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 454 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 382 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.
