Pasta with Nails

Cook Pasta Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.

Prepare Nails In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and add the nails. Cook for 10 minutes to soften them. Drain and set aside.

Prepare Sauce Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Simmer Sauce Add the canned tomatoes, sugar, dried basil, and dried oregano to the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add Nails to Sauce Add the cooked nails to the sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Serve Serve the pasta in bowls, and top with the sauce and cooked nails. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.