This recipe is a simple and flavorful way to enjoy leftover pasta. By reheating it with a homemade tomato sauce, you can elevate the dish and make it feel like a brand new meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients
- Leftover pasta (any shape)
- Olive oil
- Garlic cloves
- Fresh tomatoes
- Salt and pepper
- Basil leaves
- Parmesan cheese
Directions
- In a pan, heat olive oil and add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Dice fresh tomatoes and add them to the pan. Season with salt and pepper.
- Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, then add torn basil leaves.
- Add leftover pasta to the pan and stir to coat it with the sauce.
- Cook for a few minutes until pasta is heated through.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Interesting Facts
Reheating pasta with a tomato sauce not only warms up the dish but also adds a fresh and vibrant flavor.
This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pasta and minimize food waste.
Tomato sauce is a versatile base that can be customized with additional ingredients like olives, capers, or red pepper flakes.