Pasta Pomodoro

Pasta Al Pomodoro is the perfect solution if you need a fast and easy, but delicious meal. This kid-friendly recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes from ingredients we always have in our pantry. I hope you love it as much as we do!


Pasta Al Pomodoro
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Ingredients:
5 Tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 medium onion, diced small
1 32-oz can crushed tomatoes
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1/2 crushed, dried rosemary
1 Tablespoon basil
kosher salt
12 oz spaghetti, linguini, or other pasta of choice
1/4 cup grated parmesan, plus additional for serving

Directions:
Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

In a non-reactive sauce pan melt 3 Tablespoons of the butter. Add the diced onion and saute until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes, or until garlic is lightly golden. 

Stir in the tomato, pepper flakes, rosemary, and basil. Simmer the sauce for 20 minutes, or until thickened and fragrant. Stir in the remaining 2 Tablespoons butter and parmesan until combined. Salt to taste.

Serve the pomodoro sauce over the pasta. Sprinkle with additional cheese and enjoy!