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Gigi Hadid Pasta

Gigi Hadid's Simple Tomato Pasta

A quick and easy pasta recipe inspired by Gigi Hadid, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This recipe uses pantry staples for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Fettuccine Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes can
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground, or to taste
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the tomato sauce. Add a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  6. Stir in half of the Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, topped with remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh basil (if using).

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the sauce at the end. Feel free to experiment with other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.