Spaghetti & Tomatoes Recipe

Time30m

Serves2

hand crushed tomatoes, fresh basil

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
2
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes or until al dente.
3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.

4
Prepare Ingredients
Mince the garlic cloves and hand crush the canned whole tomatoes in a bowl.
5
Cook Garlic
In the same pot used for the pasta, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
6
Add Tomatoes
Add the hand-crushed tomatoes to the pot with the garlic. Stir well to combine.
7
Season Sauce
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8
Add Fresh Basil
Tear the fresh basil leaves and stir them into the sauce just before serving.

9
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the pot with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with sauce.