Spaghetti Recipe
Ricco's marinara. Served with either our house salad, caesar salad or soup
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Salads / Soup Options
Method
Cooking Spaghetti
- 1
Boil the Water
Fill a large pot with water and add a generous amount of salt. Bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Cook the Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain the Spaghetti
Once cooked, reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti in a colander.
Making Marinara Sauce
- 4
- 5
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, and add dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir to combine.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
- 8
Finish with Fresh Basil
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Combining and Serving
- 9
Combine Spaghetti and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the marinara sauce and toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 10
Serve
Plate the spaghetti and sauce while hot. Serve with a choice of house salad, caesar salad, or a bowl of soup.