Pasta with Sauce
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Pasta with sauce is a comforting dish made by cooking pasta and tossing it with a flavorful sauce, often tomato-based. It is a good source of carbohydrates and provides energy for daily activities.
This dish is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP.
Popular Home Recipes for Pasta with Sauce
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Pasta with Sauce shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
A family-friendly pasta with sauce dish that's both comforting and energizing, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- •12 oz spaghetti
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- •1 tsp dried oregano
- •1 tsp dried basil
- •1/2 tsp salt
- •1/4 tsp black pepper
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- 1Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- 2In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- 3Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
- 5Bring sauce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with sauce.
- 7Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Chef Tips
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.