I think using a good quality pasta makes a noticeable difference in the final dish. I have been testing different brands and the texture of bronze-cut pasta holds sauce much better than standard options. For the sauce I start with a base of olive oil and garlic then add tomatoes that have been crushed by hand rather than blended. Letting it simmer for at least thirty minutes allows the flavors to develop and deepen. I add basil near the end of cooking rather than at the start so it keeps its fresh taste. As for the pasta itself cooking it to just under al dente then finishing it in the sauce for the last minute helps everything come together nicely. I have also started reserving some of the pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce if needed.

A sprinkle of good parmesan at the table finishes things off well without overwhelming the other ingredients. The whole process takes about forty five minutes from start to finish and most of that is hands off while the sauce simmers. I have been making this dish about once a week and it has become a reliable option for weeknight meals.
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