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Pasta with simple tomato sauce

  • RECIPE MAKES: 4 serves
  • PREP TIME: 10 min
  • COOK TIME: 15 min

Sometimes the simple and easy meals are the most tasty and enjoyed!

step 1

Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions or until al dente. Drain and set aside.

step 2

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, uncovered, stirring often, for 3 minutes or until it softens slightly. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until aromatic.

step 3

Stir in the tomatoes and tomato paste. Increase heat to high and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, stirring often, for 6-7 minutes or until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly.

step 4

Stir in the parsley and sugar. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

step 5

Add the sauce to the pasta and toss to combine. Serve immediately.


 

STORAGE

 

Leftover pasta stays fresh for 2-3 days, if stored in an airtight container, in the refrigerator.

 


 

  • 500g Mevalia Fusilli Low Protein Pasta
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 brown onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 x 800g can Italian diced tomatoes
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh continental parsley
  • 1/2 tsp caster sugar
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper