Updated: 21 September 2026 la 03:01. Articolul a fost revizuit pentru a reflecta informațiile disponibile la această dată.
In a world where time always seems to be in short supply but the appetite for good food remains constant, quick recipes are a lifesaver for any busy food lover. Today, we suggest a classic yet irresistible recipe: pasta with tomato and basil sauce—ready in just 20 minutes!
Ingredients for 2 servings
- 200 g pasta (penne, fusilli or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 400 g diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar (to balance the acidity)
- Fresh basil leaves
- Grated Parmesan (optional)
Method
- Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions in a pot of salted water. Drain it and reserve one cup of the cooking water.
- Prepare the sauce. In a wide pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds, without letting it burn.
- Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper and sugar. Simmer over a low heat for 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the pasta with the sauce, adding a little of the cooking water (if the sauce is too thick) and torn basil leaves.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.
Why will you love this recipe?
✔️ Simple and quick—ready in under 30 minutes
✔️ Accessible ingredients—easy to find in any kitchen
✔️ Authentic Italian flavour—fresh basil makes all the difference
✔️ Perfect for a light dinner or a weekend lunch
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Conclusion: Authentic flavour is sometimes the simplest
This tomato and basil pasta recipe proves that you do not need complicated ingredients to create a healthy, quick and flavour-packed meal. Try it and enjoy Mediterranean flavours straight from your plate!
