Description
A comforting and satisfying macaroni dish featuring a savory tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g macaroni
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g canned tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to let it burn!
- Add canned tomatoes to the skillet and simmer for about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the tomato sauce and stir well for an even distribution of flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired, adding a sprinkle of freshness and richness.
Notes
For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese and ensure canned tomatoes contain no animal products. To make it gluten-free, substitute macaroni with gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg