Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsRocco's RestaurantSpaghetti Marinara Recipe

Spaghetti Marinara Recipe

Inspired by Rocco's Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Spaghetti served with a rich marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the spaghetti and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Marinara Sauce

    In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once heated, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Seasoning

    Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir well. Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Combine Spaghetti with Sauce

    Once the marinara sauce has thickened, add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss the spaghetti in the sauce until fully coated and heated through.

  5. 5

    Serve the Dish

    Plate the spaghetti marinara, garnishing with fresh basil leaves and serving with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

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