#quickpastadinner

This quick and easy marinara sauce comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight pasta dinner. The flavors of garlic, herbs, and tomatoes meld beautifully to create a rich and satisfying sauce that pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta.

Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil. 4 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes. 1 tsp dried oregano. 1 tsp dried basil. 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Salt to taste. Pepper to taste. 12 oz pasta of your choice. Fresh basil leaves for garnish. Grated Parmesan cheese for serving.

Instructions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saut until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in crushed tomatoes and stir in oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Once the marinara sauce is ready, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Drain cooked pasta and toss with the marinara sauce until well coated. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

There is a quick and easy way to make carbonara pasta in just 20 minutes with this 20 Minute One Pot Pasta Carbonara. A tasty pasta dish can be on the table quickly with just a few simple ingredients and little work.

Ingredients: 8 oz 225g spaghetti. 4 slices bacon, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 large eggs. 1/2 cup 50g grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving. Salt and black pepper to taste. Chopped parsley for garnish optional.

Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the spaghetti in a large pot until it is al dente. Set aside 1 cup of the pasta water. Then, drain the spaghetti and set it aside. Use the same pot to cook the bacon until it's crispy over medium heat. This should take about 5 minutes. To the pot with the bacon, add the minced garlic. Cook for one more minute, until the garlic smells good. Grate Parmesan cheese and add eggs to a small bowl. Mix them together using a whisk. Turn down the heat and add the cooked spaghetti back to the pot. Pour the egg and cheese mix over the spaghetti and quickly toss to cover all of it. If the mixture is too thick, add the pasta water slowly until you get the consistency you want. To taste, add salt and black pepper. Serve right away, and if you want, top with more grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes