Orecchiette Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Discover the simple elegance of Orecchiette Pasta with Tomato Sauce, a comforting Italian-inspired dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. This recipe features pillowy orecchiette pasta paired with a rich, homemade tomato sauce that’s bursting with flavor from aromatic garlic, sweet onions, and robust dried herbs like oregano and basil. Simmered to perfection and balanced with a touch of sugar to enhance the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, this sauce clings beautifully to the pasta, delivering a bite that’s both hearty and satisfying. Finished with melted parmesan cheese and a sprinkling of fresh basil, every plate is a delightful blend of freshness and creaminess. Ready in under 40 minutes, this dish pairs perfectly with a crisp green salad or crusty bread, making it a must-try for fans of classic, wholesome pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams orecchiette pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 800 grams canned whole tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a generous amount of salt and cook the orecchiette pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the canned tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon, and stir in the tomato paste, oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked orecchiette pasta to the saucepan. Toss well to combine, ensuring all the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
Remove from heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese until it melts and blends into the sauce.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh chopped basil on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 971 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 637 mg | 14% | |
*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.
