DELICIOUS QUICK PASTA & SAUCE

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Quick, easy, kids like it--tomato sauce, fresh basil, cheese. I made this for the first time tonight, have been neglecting the groceries. I made this from what I had in the kitchen. It was delicious, my 4 year old liked it too!

Provided by Er Be3

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons olive oil (good extra virgin preferred)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/8 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
1/8 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/8 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/8 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
parmesan cheese
1/2 lb pasta, prepared per package directions (small pasta, shells, elbows, etc)

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion sauté until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
  • Add garlic, cook 3-4 minutes more, stirring often to prevent browning.
  • Add tomato sauce and dry spices.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat, add cheeses, stir gently until melted.
  • Add basil.
  • Pour over prepared pasta, toss to coat.
  • Top with parmesan cheese.
  • Serve with hot bread.

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