Pasta is a versatile ingredient that can be used to make a variety of delicious dishes. Here are five easy and tasty pasta recipes that you can try at home.
1. Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
Cook spaghetti in salty boiling water until al dente. While it cooks, heat olive oil in a pan with finely chopped garlic until fragrant. Add red pepper flakes and cook over low heat. Finally, mix the cooked spaghetti with the sauce and top off with grated parmesan cheese.
2. Pesto Pasta
Cook your pasta of choice according to the instructions on the packet. Put around two cups of fresh basil leaves, grated parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil in a blender and blend until all ingredients are finely chopped. Add the pesto sauce to the cooked pasta and mix well.
3. Carbonara
Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. For the sauce, fry diced bacon in a pan until crispy. Mix 2 egg yolks, grated parmesan cheese, and black pepper in a bowl. Add the cooked spaghetti to the bacon and pour the egg and cheese mixture over it. Mix well, and serve hot.
4. Penne Arrabiata
Cook penne pasta according to the instructions on the packet. Heat olive oil in a pan and fry crushed garlic, red pepper flakes, and chopped onions. Add canned tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Add the cooked penne to the sauce and mix well. Garnish with fresh basil.
5. Spaghetti Bolognese
Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Heat olive oil in a pan and add finely chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Add minced beef and cook for 10 minutes or until browned. Add canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef stock. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add the cooked spaghetti and mix well. Serve with grated parmesan cheese.
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