Pasta with Tomato Basil Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the garlic cloves, minced, to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the canned tomatoes to the pan, breaking them up with a spoon. Simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.

5. 5

   Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the pan with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine.

7. 7

   Tear the fresh basil leaves and add them to the pasta, stirring gently to incorporate.

8. 8

   Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.