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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Method
Pasta
- 1
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Once boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 3
Add 2 cups of pasta to the pot.
- 4
Cook the pasta according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 5
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Marinara Sauce
- 6
- 7
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the saucepan and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 8
Pour in the 28 oz can of tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon.
- 9
Stir in 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 10
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine
- 11
Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked pasta to the saucepan with the marinara sauce.
- 12
Toss the pasta in the sauce until well-coated.
- 13
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
