Delightful Spaghetti Recipe
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this classic spaghetti dish, perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a rich, homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic and fresh basil. Simple to prepare yet impressive enough for entertaining, it’s a meal that brings family and friends together around the table. With vibrant ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious feast ready in no time!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop garlic and measure out spices.
- Cook the spaghetti: Boil salted water in a large pot; add spaghetti and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Sauté garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes: Stir in canned tomatoes with their juices and let simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season the sauce: Adjust salt and pepper to taste while stirring occasionally.
- Combine: Drain spaghetti (reserve some pasta water) and mix into the sauce, adding reserved water if needed for consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 15mg