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family pasta dinner ideas

Family Pasta Dinner Ideas That Create Happy Hearts


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and easy pasta dinner perfect for families.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a large pot.
  2. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. Simmer sauce for 10 minutes.
  7. Drain spaghetti and add to sauce.
  8. Toss to coat and mix in fresh basil.
  9. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
  • You can substitute any pasta type you prefer.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

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