CLASSIC RED SAUCE PASTE

RECIPE TO MAKE VELVETY TOMATO SAUCE PASTA

Craving a simple, cozy pasta? Try this classic red sauce pasta recipe! Like any great Italian recipe, it features simple, classic ingredients simmered until they meld into a savory, velvety tomato sauce. Throw it onto pasta with a little salty cheese, and its simply divine.

                                                                              

     INGREDIENTS

• 4 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 tablespoon of dried basil
• Ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons dried parsley
• Pasta ,of any shape
• Cheese ,to garnish

     PROCEDURE

1. Warm oil in a medium saucepan over low heat and sauté garlic; heat through until garlic turns translucent, not brown. 
2. Add onion and cook over low heat until translucent; 5 to 10minutes.
3. Add parsley, basil, and black pepper; stir. Add crushed tomatoes and cover; raise heat to medium and bring to a strong simmer.
4. Lower heat and add red pepper flakes. Cover the saucepan and cook for 25 to 35 minutes.
5. Let the sauce cook over medium-low heat uncovered for 10minutes or until it thickens. 
6. The sauce can be run in the food processor for 10 minutes or until it thickens. 
7. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 6 to 8 minutes.
8. Drain and mix well with sauce.
9. Grate some cheese and sprinkle seasonings as per your choice.
10. TADAAAA!!! Ready to serve hot and juicy pasta.