This pasta is as fresh as it can get! This fast homemade tomato sauce is so irresistible, make sure you have this recipe saved for easy reference.
1. Cook the DaVinci pasta in salted water 1 minute less than the package directions, so pasta is done, but al dente. Drain and reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water.
2. In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When hot, add the minced garlic and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for about 5 minutes until oil becomes fragrant, stirring often. Be sure to watch the garlic so it doesn’t burn.
3. Add the tomatoes with any juice and season with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
4. Add the drained hot pasta to the tomatoes. Add the fresh spinach and toss until spinach begins to wilt. Add the fresh basil leaves, grated parmesan cheese and more kosher salt and pepper to taste. If the pasta seems dry, add more olive oil or 1-2 tablespoons of pasta water to the pasta mixture.
5. Top with dollops of fresh ricotta, drizzle with more olive oil, and serve warm.
Smashing some of the tomatoes as they cook helps create a fresh chunky sauce. Try keeping some tomatoes whole, for a flavorful bursting surprise in each bite.
Pesto is so versatile and a great way to brighten up any pasta dish. This one features some amazing veggie options.