Creamy Tomato Pasta
Your favorite marinara, made a little silkier. Mascarpone melts into a creamy tomato sauce that catches in every nook of Rotelle. Finish with a generous bunch of fresh basil and Parmesan, and dinner is ready.
🕒 Prep & Cook Time: 20 min | Serves 4
Ingredients
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1 box Rotelle
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2 cups of your favorite marinara sauce
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1 cup mascarpone cheese
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¼ cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for serving
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Pinch of red pepper flakes
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
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Meanwhile, add the marinara sauce, basil, and red pepper flakes to a large skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat and cook while the pasta boils.
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Reduce the heat to low and stir in the mascarpone until it has completely melted and the sauce is silky and smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce.
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Divide among bowls and finish with Parmesan and additional fresh basil.
