Classic Spaghetti Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-5 liters of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
Cook Spaghetti
Once the water is boiling, add 200 grams of spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti in a colander.
Making Sauce
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Pour in 400 grams of crushed tomatoes. Add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir to combine.
Simmer Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
Mix Pasta with Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce.
Serve
Plate the spaghetti and sprinkle with 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.