Spaghetti With Tomato Sauce Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Tomato Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti and a pinch of salt. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Making Tomato Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Mix well to combine.
- 6
Simmer Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Finish Sauce with Basil
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped basil leaves. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 8
Combine
Add the drained spaghetti to the saucepan with the tomato sauce. Toss gently until the spaghetti is well coated with the sauce.
- 9
Serve
Plate the spaghetti and garnish with additional basil leaves if desired. Serve immediately.