Pasta

 Ingredients:

12 oz (340g) pasta (spaghetti, penne, or any type)

4 cups water

1 tsp salt

1 tbsp olive oil (optional)

1 cup pasta sauce (tomato sauce, Alfredo sauce, or pesto)

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Boil the water:

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to enhance the pasta's flavor.

2. Cook the pasta:

Add the pasta to the boiling water and stir to prevent sticking.

Cook according to the package instructions (usually 8-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.

3. Drain the pasta:

Once the pasta is tender (al dente), drain it using a colander.

You can drizzle a little olive oil to prevent sticking.

4. Prepare the sauce:

In a saucepan, heat your preferred pasta sauce over medium heat.

Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss well to coat evenly.

5. Serve:

Transfer the pasta to a plate, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.

Serve hot and enjoy!