Spaghetti With Marinara Sauce Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-5 liters of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add 200 grams of spaghetti to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water for later use, then drain the spaghetti in a colander.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 4
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
- 5
Add Tomatoes
Pour in 400 grams of canned tomatoes (with juice) to the skillet. Use a spoon to break up the tomatoes.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Stir in 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well.
- 7
Simmer Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little reserved pasta water.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the sauce is ready, add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta with the marinara sauce. If needed, add more reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Serve the spaghetti on plates, garnishing each serving with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your meal!
