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easy dinner ideas

Easy Dinner Ideas: 5 Simple Tips for Beginners to Succeed


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and simple recipe for a delicious pasta dish that you can easily prepare for dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 ounces of pasta
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and oregano. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the sauce. Mix well.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overcook the pasta.
  • Use fresh tomatoes if available for extra flavor.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: easy dinner ideas, quick pasta recipes, beginner cooking