If you want a meal that feels fresh, satisfying, and doesn’t take all night to prepare, this angel hair pasta with herbed marinara is a great choice. The delicate pasta pairs perfectly with a simple sauce made from garlic, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, creating a dish that’s both light and full of flavor. It’s the kind of recipe you can pull together on a busy weeknight but still feel good about serving. With just a few ingredients and a short cooking time, it proves that simple food can still be incredibly delicious.

Ingredients:

• 10 cloves garlic, crushed

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 onion, minced

• 1/2 cup white wine

• 1/2 cup chicken stock

• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) whole tomatoes, seeded and chopped, plus liquid

• 2 tablespoons goat cheese

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

• 9 ounces angel hair pasta, cooked al dente

• chopped fresh basil

• sliced black olives

• freshly grated Parmesan cheese

To Prepare:

Step 1: Stir garlic into olive oil in a medium saucepan. Let marinate 30 minutes. Saute garlic in oil over low heat until soft.

Step 2: Add onion and saute until translucent. Add wine and chicken stock. Simmer over low heat about 10 minutes.

Step 3: Stir in tomatoes plus liquid. Simmer 10 minutes, or until liquid is slightly reduced. Remove from heat. Add goat cheese, basil, and thyme. Stir until goat cheese is melted.

Step 4: Toss with hot pasta. Garnish with basil, olives and Parmesan.

Note: Boiled shrimp may be added for a heartier dish. The sauce may also be used over baked chicken breasts.

Serves: 2 - 4

This angel hair pasta is a reminder that great meals don’t have to be complicated. It’s quick, versatile, and easy to customize with extras like shrimp or chicken if you want something heartier. Once you try it, it’ll likely become one of your go-to recipes for fast, flavorful dinners.