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Best Spaghetti Recipe

A classic spaghetti dish featuring a rich tomato sauce, fresh herbs, and perfectly cooked pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz spaghetti dried
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp sugar to balance acidity
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped for garnish
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.