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Cavatappi pasta twisting in a creamy sauce, showcasing its unique corkscrew shape

Cavatappi

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Large pasta pot
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon.
  • Sharp chef's knife.
  • Cutting board.
  • Cheese grater

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients

  • 1 pound cavatappi pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

🍅 Tomato Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 28-ounce cans of San Marzano tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Red pepper flakes optional, to taste
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Finishing Touches

  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

Quick Cooking Steps

  • Boil salted water
  • Cook pasta 8-10 minutes
  • Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water
  • Sauté garlic in olive oil
  • Toss pasta with garlic, cheese, and herbs
  • Adjust with reserved pasta water