Simple Steps to Craft the Best Tomato Basil Pasta

Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best sauce base.

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Blend tomatoes with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant sauce.

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Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until lightly browned.

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Pour in the tomato-basil mixture and simmer gently.

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Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.

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Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.

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Mix the pasta with the sauce, adding pasta water as needed for consistency.

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