Italian Marinara noodles, often known simply as Marinara pasta, are a classic Italian dish featuring pasta served with a rich tomato-based sauce. Here’s a basic recipe to prepare Marinara noodles:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (about 450g) of pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or your preferred type)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
- Fresh basil leaves, torn (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out with a bit of reserved pasta water.
- Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss the pasta in the sauce until it is well coated.
- Serve the Marinara noodles hot, garnished with torn fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite ingredients such as sautéed vegetables, olives, or capers. Enjoy your delicious Italian Marinara noodles!
