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Pasta Napoletana

Delicious Pasta Napoletana That's Ready in 30 Minutes

This Pasta Napoletana recipe is quick, delicious, and budget-friendly, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 oz spaghetti or bucatini You can substitute any short pasta for variety.
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil Great for sautéing and drizzling.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped Any type of onion will work.
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced Adjust based on personal preference.
  • 1 can (14oz) canned tomatoes Whole, diced, or cherry tomatoes.
  • ½ tsp salt Plus more to taste.
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper Increase it if you like it spicier.
  • 1 handful basil leaves, chopped or torn Parsley can be used as an alternative.
For Serving
  • 3 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese Add more or skip for vegan.

Equipment

  • pot
  • skillet
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pasta Napoletana
  1. Fill a large pot with water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 5-6 minutes until soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate the can of diced tomatoes, ½ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Cook on medium heat for 15 minutes.
  5. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  6. Adjust seasoning of the sauce and mix in cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Fold in chopped basil leaves and serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust seasonings to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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