Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOliviana Bar Italiano & PizzeriaSpaghetti Marinara Recipe

Spaghetti Marinara Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

With 3 meatballs

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Marinara Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 15 minutes.

  3. 3

    Cook the Meatballs

    While the sauce simmers, cook the meatballs in a separate pan over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.

  4. 4

    Combine and Serve

    Add the cooked spaghetti to the marinara sauce and toss to combine. Serve the spaghetti topped with meatballs and garnish with fresh basil.

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