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Spicy Garlic Tomato Pasta

This pasta dish features a spicy tomato sauce infused with garlic and crushed red peppers, cooked until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens slightly. The dish is finished with fresh basil, giving it a vibrant appearance and a fragrant aroma, with the pasta coated in a glossy, flavorful sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g spaghetti or pasta of choice uncooked
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • fresh basil leaves basil roughly chopped, for garnish
  • to taste salt & pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
    400 g spaghetti or pasta of choice
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly and the flavors meld, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    400 g spaghetti or pasta of choice
  4. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until heated through and glossy.
    400 g spaghetti or pasta of choice
  5. Serve the pasta topped with fresh chopped basil leaves. Optionally, add extra red pepper flakes or basil for garnish.
    400 g spaghetti or pasta of choice

Notes

Adjust the red pepper flakes based on desired spiciness. For a richer flavor, add grated Parmesan cheese before serving.