Description
Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce is a classic comfort dish that transforms your kitchen into an Italian trattoria. With fragrant garlic, vibrant tomatoes, and fresh basil, this simple yet satisfying meal is perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti (durum wheat)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep all ingredients; mince garlic and measure tomatoes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add canned tomatoes with juices; crush gently and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Season sauce with sugar, salt, and pepper; adjust as needed.
- Boil salted water in a separate pot; cook spaghetti until al dente (8-12 minutes).
- Drain spaghetti, reserving some pasta water; combine with marinara sauce.
- Toss together and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (210g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg