Simple Tomato Pasta - Spaghetti al Pomodoro

Elaboración

1. 01
   Paso 1Prepare the tomatoes

   Wash the tomatoes and cut them in half.

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2. 02
   Paso 2Crush the garlic

   Peel and slightly crush the garlic cloves. Tear the basil leaves by hand to release their aroma.

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3. 03
   Paso 3Infuse the oil1 min

   In a large skillet, heat about 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the crushed garlic cloves and cook for about a minute, making sure the garlic infuses the oil but doesn't burn.

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4. 04
   Paso 4Add the tomatoes

   Add the halved tomatoes to the skillet and season with a good pinch of salt. Stir in the torn basil leaves. Add a splash of water to help the tomatoes soften.

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5. 05
   Paso 5Simmer the sauce7m 30s

   Cover the skillet and let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until the tomatoes have broken down into a chunky sauce. Stir occasionally.

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   Paso 6Cook the spaghetti

   While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the pasta water before draining the spaghetti.

   Nota

   Cook according to the package instructions.

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7. 07
   Paso 7Make the garlic puree

   When the pasta is almost ready, take the garlic cloves out of the sauce, place them on your chopping board, crush them to make a garlic puree, and place it back inside the sauce.

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   Paso 8Combine pasta and sauce

   Once the spaghetti is cooked, add it directly to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Toss the spaghetti in the sauce to coat it evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

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   Paso 9Finish the pasta

   Turn the heat off and drizzle a little more olive oil over the pasta. Toss in some fresh basil leaves and freshly grated Grana Padano cheese, then stir well again.

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    Paso 10Serve hot

    Serve the spaghetti hot, with extra cheese and basil on top if desired.

    Nota

    Extra cheese and basil are optional.

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