Mostaccioli Marinara With Basil Recipes

MOSTACCIOLI MARINARA WITH BASIL

Steps:

• Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
• Position knife blade in food processor, add tomatoes.
• Pulse 3 to 4 times or until amost smooth, set aside.
• Coat a medium skillet with non-stick cooking spray, add oil, and place over medium-high heat until hot.
• Add the onion and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until tender.
• Add tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat, simmer uncovered 10 minutes.
• Stir in parlsey and basil.
• Serve sauce over pasta; sprinkle with cheese.

BASIL INFUSED MARINARA WITH PENNE PASTA

Steps:

• 1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil on medium heat, and add minced fresh garlic. Lightly brown garlic.
• 2. Add 4 cans of tomatoes with juice. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer. Stir in basil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, and adjusting seasoning to taste. (if sauce starts to become to dry, add a little bit of water)
• 3. Start pasta 15 minutes before sauce is done. Cook pasta until al dente. Serve by ladeling sauce over pasta and sprinkling Parmesan cheese to taste.

MOSTACCIOLI WITH TOMATOES, BASIL & MOZZARELLA

Steps:

• Heat oil and saute garlic.
• Add tomatoes.
• Stir in chopped basil and Mozarella.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Toss with the hot Mostaccioli which is cooked and drained.
• Serve immediately topped with fresh Parmesan.
• and Romano blend.