Italian Kitchen Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Pasta Preparation
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add the tablespoon of salt to the water.
Cook the Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti using a colander and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Allow it to warm for about 1-2 minutes.
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
Finish with Basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil and let the sauce cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
Mix the Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the spaghetti evenly in the sauce.
Serve the Dish
Plate the spaghetti and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves for garnish.