Pasta With Marinara Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, fill with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Making the Marinara Sauce
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the canned whole tomatoes, including their juices. Crush the tomatoes with a wooden spoon to break them up.
- 7
Season the Sauce
Stir in dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Add Fresh Basil
Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh basil for added flavor.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
- 9
Combine
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce.
- 10
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
