Spaghetti Or Penne Recipe
Served with meat or marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water. Add the spaghetti or penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- 3
Add the Meat (Optional)
If using ground beef or sausage, add it to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add Tomato Sauce and Herbs
Stir in the canned tomato sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 6
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
