Description
Pasta shells with tomato sauce is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort and joy to your dining table. Jumbo pasta shells are lovingly filled with a flavorful mixture, then generously coated in a tangy tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe is not only delicious but also highly customizable to suit your taste. Top with fresh basil and a sprinkle of cheese for an irresistible meal that will delight everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz large pasta shells
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta shells in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes (with juice), sugar, salt, and pepper; simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add chopped basil to the sauce just before serving.
- Gently mix the cooked pasta shells with the sauce until well-coated.
- Serve garnished with additional basil and grated cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg