Tomato Basil Pasta Nests

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Tomato Basil Pasta Nests for a quick weeknight dinner
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

salt
1 lb angel hair pasta ( I used spinach linguini , it was good ! )
3 tablespoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves , minced
1 medium yellow onion , finely chopped
1 can crushed tomatoes
black pepper
20 fresh basil leaves , shredded
3 tablespoons pesto sauce , prepared and refrigerated
1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese ( optional , or serve on side ) or 1 cup romano cheese , grated ( optional , or serve on side )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
536
Sugar
9g
Fat
19g
Tomato Basil Pasta Nests are a delicious and simple dish that can be whipped up on a busy weeknight. The dish is made with angel hair pasta, which is coated in a homemade tomato sauce. The sauce is flavored with garlic, fresh basil, and pesto sauce, giving it a rich, savory taste. The dish can be served with grated Parmesan cheese on top, or enjoyed on its own. It's a perfect meal for families and busy individuals who want to eat well without spending all night in the kitchen.

Instructions

1.Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook for 5 minutes, or until still firm to the bite.
2.Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
3.Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion, cooking until onion is soft and translucent.
4.Add crushed tomatoes, black pepper, and basil. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
5.Add reserved pasta cooking liquid to tomato sauce and stir in pesto sauce.
6.Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat.
7.Serve with grated cheese if desired.

PROS

Tomato Basil Pasta Nests are a quick and easy meal that can be made in under 30 minutes.

The combination of fresh basil and garlic gives the dish a bright, vibrant flavor.

CONS

This dish is high in carbohydrates due to the pasta.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or gluten-free diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of tomatoes and basil provides a dose of antioxidants that help fight disease and inflammation.
Garlic has been linked to lowering cholesterol and blood pressure levels.

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