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Ingredients
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Pasta
Red Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 3
Cook Spaghetti
Add 200 grams of spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 4
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Red Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in 400 grams of canned crushed tomatoes. Add 1 teaspoon each of basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine.
- 8
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- 9
Finish with Parmesan
Before serving, stir in 50 grams of grated parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Serving
- 10
Combine and Serve
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the red sauce until well coated. Serve hot with additional parmesan cheese on top if desired.
