D Spaghetti Recipe
With homemade tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Tomato Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- 2
Drain Spaghetti
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water for later use.
Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 3
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the canned tomatoes along with their juices. Use a wooden spoon to break them up a bit.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Stir in the basil leaves, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring the sauce to a simmer. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
Combine and Serve
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 8
Serve
Plate the spaghetti and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
