Description
A quick and delicious pasta dish made with garlic, tomatoes, and melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g pasta (spaghetti or any type)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the canned diced tomatoes and dried oregano to the skillet, stir, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the cooked pasta into the sauce, tossing gently for 2 minutes to coat the pasta.
- Melt the shredded cheese into the pasta off heat until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
This pasta dish can be customized with different vegetables, proteins, or cheese varieties. Serve with garlic bread or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta, cheesy, garlic, quick meal, easy recipe