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Better Than Olive Garden Pasta Pomodoro Recipe

Conquer the heat and elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant, fresh Pasta Pomodoro recipe – better than Olive Garden! This light and flavorful dish uses only the freshest ingredients for a taste that's bursting with summery goodness. Ready in just 11 minutes, it's the perfect supper for those hot summer evenings. Feel free to add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Skip the heavy cream and enjoy a guilt-free pasta delight that’s surprisingly easy to make!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Calories 1205.3 kcal
Protein 97g
Rating 4.3 (23 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Better Than Olive Garden Pasta Pomodoro

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • ½ cup chopped fresh basil, plus extra for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • 8 ounces cooked pasta (any shape)
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Better Than Olive Garden Pasta Pomodoro

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic.
  2. Sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
  4. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Add 8 ounces of cooked pasta (any shape you prefer) and ½ cup of chopped fresh basil.
  7. Toss gently to combine.
  8. Transfer to a serving bowl. Add ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese and toss again.
  9. Serve immediately and pass the remaining grated Parmesan cheese.
  10. Garnish with extra basil leaves (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

70g

Carbs

49g

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