# @mattwilpers on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DF56m9HOsnU
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/28779840-mattwilpers-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-02-10T20:00:00.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Matt Wilpers (@mattwilpers) — https://gondola.cc/mattwilpers

## Caption

#ad Fueling my body for the grind ahead —and recovery after— requires the right balance of energy and nutrients. That’s why I’ve been turning to Barilla’s Protein+® pasta 🍝 with 17 g of protein per 3.5oz serving from chickpeas, lentils, and peas 🫛.

Whether it’s race or training day, this helps me stay strong, focused, and ready for whatever comes next. Have you tried it yet? 

Click the link in my bio to try. barillaus #BarillaProtein #BarillaUS

INGREDIENTS
* 8 ounces Barilla Protein+® pasta
* 2 1/2 cups water
* 8 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes
* 2 garlic cloves, minced 
* 1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced 
* 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 
* 2 tablespoons tomato pasta 
* 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
* Black pepper, to taste
* 1 8oz can of tomato or pasta sauce of choice
* 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the salt. Add the Barilla Protein+® pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water for the sauce, then drain the pasta and set aside.
2. In another pan, drizzle 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and onions. Sauté until the onion is translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the dry spices, tomato paste and sauté for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
3. Add in 1 can of tomatoes and sauté for about 4 to 5 minutes.
4. Deglaze the pan with some pasta water and add in the parmesan cheese, creating a thicker sauce.
5. Add in the cooked Barilla Protein+® pasta and mix well. Season with pepper and salt to taste if desired. Top with basil for garnish.

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barillaprotein, ad, barillaus

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