Gigi Hadid's Simple Pasta Recipe
A quick and easy pasta dish with a delicious tomato sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe uses minimal ingredients for maximum flavor.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Pasta Fettuccine or bucatini recommended
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional
- 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes One can
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground, or to taste
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Add a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil (optional).
Notes
For a richer flavor, use high-quality olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.