Spaghetti al Pomodoro Recipe
Spaghetti with our house made Marinara sauce flavored with Basil and EVOO
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
Make the Marinara Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the canned tomatoes, crushing them with a spoon. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the fresh basil leaves during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Combine and Serve
Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.
