Spaghetti Recipe
#9 Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Tomato Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 2
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti in a colander. Set aside.
Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 3
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Add the Tomatoes
Pour in the crushed canned tomatoes and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Add the sugar, salt, black pepper, and basil. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the sauce has thickened and flavors have melded, add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss well to coat the spaghetti with the sauce.
- 7
Serve
Serve the spaghetti hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
