Delicious Tomato Butter Pasta
A simple yet mouthwatering pasta dish with ripe tomatoes, rich butter, and aromatic garlic, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Pasta and Tomato Sauce Ingredients
- 3-4 pieces ripe plum tomatoes, grated Use ripe and firm tomatoes for the best flavor.
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Use high-quality unsalted butter for improved richness.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced garlic adds better flavor.
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes Adjust to taste based on spice preference.
- 6 oz spaghetti or other long pasta You can substitute with your favorite pasta shape.
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Fresh herbs enhance flavor over dried.
- to taste freshly grated Parmesan cheese For serving; adds richness and flavor.
- to taste salt and black pepper Adjust to taste.
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, around 8 to 10 minutes.
Making the Tomato Sauce
- Grate the tomatoes into a bowl to extract about 1 to 1¼ cups of fresh tomato pulp.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat until bubbling.
- Add minced garlic and red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the grated tomatoes, adding salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer the mixture for 7 to 10 minutes until thickened.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- Reserve half a cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce.
- Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency, cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
- Fold in chopped fresh basil just before serving.
Serving
- Serve the pasta hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and optional extra chili flakes.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove.