Tagliatelle with Tomato Sauce and fresh basil |
The basic pasta dish that and most likely the first pasta dish that most people here in Singapore encounter as a kid. This is more of a walk-through on the technique of making a quick pasta dish, rather than a full recipe.
This post will take you trough on whipping up this pasta dish in 15 minutes or less, with sauce that you pre-made yourself.
Ingredients to serve 2
160 - 180 grams store bought pasta (Or about 100 grams per person for a big eater)
2-3 cups tomato sauce (link here for recipe)
A splash of dry red wine (optional)
Handful of fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Grated Parmesan for garnish (optional)
Steps:
1. Cook Pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water. Remove strain the pasta. Dress with a little olive oil to prevent them sticking together. Set aside. (Note: Cook for 3/4 of the time stated on the package for Al Dente)
2. In a large saute pan over medium heat, pour all the sauce (and wine if using) onto the pan and allow to simmer for 1-2 minutes. Allowing to reduce slightly.
3. Add in the cooked pasta and mix well. Allow the pasta to cook in the sauce for at least a minute or 2.
4. Portion into pasta bowls. Garnish and drizzle with some extra virgin olive oil and serve immediately.
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