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The Most Comforting Ditalini Pasta Recipe You’ll Ever Try

Ditalini pasta recipe
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 ditalini pasta cooks up fast, such that it can be used effectively during the busy week nights when something is needed quick and easy, satisfying as well

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ditalini pasta
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (or water in a pinch)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional, but highly recommended)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

Boil in a big pot salted water. Pour into it the ditalini pastas and cook till they are tender, and not mushy, for about eight to ten minutes. (Pro tip: save around one cup of that starchy pasta water before draining. Trust me, it’s magic for the sauce).

 

2. Sauté the Base

Place a sizable frying pan over medium flame and heat some olive oil. Toss in the onions and let them cook until their texture is soft and golden brown, approximately 5 minutes. After this, put in the garlic and stir for around another minute. (Your kitchen’s gonna smell amazing right about now.)

3. Build the Sauce

Then, add the halved tomatoes to the skillet and stir well. Let cook down for about 5 to 7 minutes while stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to release juices. Add the broth, oregano, and chili flakes and season with salt and pepper. Let simmer gently for another 10 minutes. If the sauce becomes too thick, you may want to add a splash of reserved pasta water to thin it a bit.

4. Combine It All

Toss added drained pasta into the skillet to coat. Cook together for two to three minutes, letting the pasta soak up all that saucy goodness.

5. Top It Off

Definitely, serve it with a healthy sprinkle of Parmesan and some fresh herbs. And maybe a little piece of crusty bread on the side because carbs + carbs = happiness.

Notes

  1. Salt Your Pasta Water Like the Ocean: It’s the secret to flavorful pasta.
  2. Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Keep it al dente so it doesn’t get mushy when mixed with the sauce.
  3. Use Fresh Herbs: If you’ve got basil or parsley on hand, don’t skip them. They add a fresh pop of flavor.

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