Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Cook pasta in generously salted boiling water — it should taste seasoned on its own.
- Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining to loosen the sauce if needed.
- For baked international dishes, preheat the oven fully before putting the dish in.
- Sear meats on high heat for color — the Maillard reaction adds depth that simmering alone cannot achieve.
Cooking Tips
Cook pasta to al dente (firm to the bite) — it will continue cooking slightly when tossed with hot sauce. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining to adjust sauce consistency. Taste the sauce before serving and adjust salt, pepper, and cheese. Dried pasta absorbs seasoning, so don't be shy.
Ingredient Substitutions
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
Fresh Basil and Sun Dried Tomato Spaghetti Pasta
Fresh Basil and Sun Dried Tomato Spaghetti Pasta — Filipino-style pasta with sweet sauce, hotdogs, and cheese. A uniquely Filipino comfort food.
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti according to package instructions. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a wide pan.
- Once the oil starts to get hot, add garlic. Cook until garlic turns light brown.
- Stir-in the grape tomato and cook for 20 to 30 seconds.
- Add the sun-dried tomato and basil. Cook for 10 to 15 seconds.
- Quickly add the cooked spaghetti. Toss until all ingredients are well blended.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top. Toss one more time. Turn the heat off and transfer to a serving plate.
- Serve.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Cook pasta in generously salted boiling water — it should taste seasoned on its own.
- Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining to loosen the sauce if needed.
- For baked international dishes, preheat the oven fully before putting the dish in.
- Sear meats on high heat for color — the Maillard reaction adds depth that simmering alone cannot achieve.
Cooking Tips
Taste the sauce before serving and adjust salt, pepper, and cheese. Dried pasta absorbs seasoning, so don't be shy.
Substitutions
Storage & Reheating
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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