Italian Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
Boil Pasta
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes until al dente.
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Sauté Garlic
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
Season the Sauce
Add the chopped basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes to blend the flavors.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
Serve
Serve the pasta hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.