Description

Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish with this recipe for Paccheri with Fresh & Canned Tomato Sauce. The combination of fresh cherry tomatoes, San Marzano canned tomatoes, and fragrant basil creates a delicious sauce that pairs perfectly with the paccheri pasta. This dish is easy to make and is sure to please your family and friends.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

4 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1/2 Cup Finely Chopped Onion
3 Garlic Cloves, Minced
2 (14 Ounce) Cans Chopped San Marzano Tomatoes
3 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil, Divided
Salt & Pepper To Taste
Pinch of Red Pepper Flakes
15 Ripe Cherry Tomatoes, Chopped

For the Pasta:

1 Pound Paccheri Pasta (Or Pasta of Choice)

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Instructions

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and then add the onions. Cook until tender, about 7 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook another minute or two until fragrant.
Add the canned tomatoes, 3 tablespoons of basil, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes and cook for 15 minutes.
Add the cherry tomatoes and cook another 15 minutes, stirring often.
While the sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until it is “al dente”.
Stir the remaining basil into the sauce, then taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Drain the pasta and return to the pot.
Add a ladle or two of sauce to the pot and toss until the pasta is coated.
Serve in individual bowls topped with a spoonful of additional sauce.
Offer grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese at the table if desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg