Marinara pasta is a classic of Italian cuisine that conquers with its simplicity and flavor. This pasta recipe with tomato sauce, onion, garlic, and basil is perfect for those looking for a quick, nutritious, and traditional meal. Originating in Naples, marinara sauce is made with basic ingredients that highlight the natural taste of tomatoes.
Ideal for a weeknight dinner or to share with friends, this pasta cooks in less than 30 minutes and requires no advanced skills. The combination of onion and garlic sautéed in olive oil, along with crushed tomatoes and fresh basil, creates a light yet aromatic sauce that clings perfectly to penne. Plus, it's a healthy option: tomatoes provide antioxidants, onion and garlic offer anti-inflammatory properties, and pasta provides slow-release energy.
You can easily adapt it: add proteins like chicken or shrimp, or substitute penne with spaghetti or rigatoni. This recipe is versatile and pleases all palates, from kids to adults seeking comfort in a classic dish.
Prep
15 min
Cook
7 min
Servings
4
Calories
350 kcal
Bring about 2 and a half liters of water to a boil.
While the water boils, in a deep sauté pan, sauté the onion and garlic in a little olive oil for five minutes or until the onions and garlic are golden brown.
Add the tomatoes and a little basil, add salt to taste, cover and cook covered for 7 minutes, then uncovered for 7 more minutes.
Ten minutes before finishing your sauce, boil the pasta as usual or following the instructions on the wrapper.
When the pasta is ready, drain it, serve it and put the sauce on top with a little more fresh basil, if you want you can accompany it with Parmesan cheese.
