Pâtes à la Sorrentina

Pâtes à la Sorrentina is a delightful gluten-free pasta dish, featuring tender pasta coated in a rich tomato sauce with a touch of fresh basil and topped with creamy mozzarella. This comforting meal brings a taste of Italy to your table, perfect for any pasta lover.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free pasta - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 leaves, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, diced
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the canned crushed tomatoes to the saucepan, along with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the chopped basil and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the tomato sauce, tossing until well combined.
6. Remove from heat and gently fold in the diced mozzarella, allowing it to melt slightly into the pasta.
7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and extra basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and basil.
• Provides a good source of protein from mozzarella and Parmesan.

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