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Meghan Markle's Pasta Recipe

A simple yet elegant pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes, garlic, and quality olive oil. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound spaghetti or pasta of choice
  • 1 can 28 ounces crushed San Marzano tomatoes
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or to taste
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Medium saucepan for the sauce
  • Wooden spoon for stirring
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Chef's knife for mincing garlic
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs for tossing pasta
  • Grater for fresh parmesan

Method
 

  1. Fill a large pot about three-quarters full with water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Salt the water generously and add the pasta, then cook for one minute less than package instructions.
  3. While the pasta cooks, mince the garlic cloves finely.
  4. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour the can of crushed tomatoes into the saucepan with garlic and oil, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Allow the sauce to simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Reserve one cup of starchy pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  8. Add the drained pasta to the simmering sauce and toss gently with tongs. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  9. Season the pasta with salt, pepper, and additional red pepper flakes as needed. Serve (garnished with basil and Parmesan if desired).

Notes

Serve immediately for the best flavor and experience.