Lunch Spaghetti Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish (optional)
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add 200 grams of spaghetti to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Add 400 grams of canned diced tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- 7
Simmer Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce and toss well to coat the pasta evenly.
- 9
Add Parmesan
Sprinkle 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese over the spaghetti and mix well until melted.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the spaghetti hot on plates.
- 11
Garnish (optional)
If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes to taste.