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Marinara Pasta Recipe

Inspired by Mothers Restaurant
Time30m
Serves2

Classic Italian marinara sauce ladled over pasta.

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Sauce

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2

Prepare the Marinara Sauce

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3

Add Tomatoes

Pour in the crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes.

4

Season the Sauce

Add the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir to combine and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

5

Combine Pasta and Sauce

Add the cooked spaghetti to the marinara sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.

6

Serve

Serve the marinara pasta hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese.