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Ingredients
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Pasta
Tomato Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook the Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti in a colander.
Making the Tomato Sauce
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and allow it to heat for about 1 minute.
- 5
- 6
Add the Tomatoes
Pour in the canned whole tomatoes, crushing them gently with a wooden spoon.
- 7
Season the Sauce
Add salt, black pepper, and sugar to the sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing it to thicken.
- 8
Stir in the Basil
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the fresh basil leaves and remove from heat.
Combining and Serving
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the spaghetti al pomodoro on plates, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil leaves.
