Comforting Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce
Pasta lovers rejoice! This comforting spaghetti dish is a delightful combination of tender noodles enveloped in rich marinara sauce, infused with garlic and Italian herbs. Perfect for any occasion, it invites warmth and joy to your dinner table. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll create a meal that your family will rave about. Gather your loved ones, twirl your fork, and savor the moments shared over this delicious pasta!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned tomatoes (whole or crushed)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook until translucent (about 5 minutes) then add garlic until golden brown.
- Add tomatoes and seasonings: Pour in canned tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer for about 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook spaghetti: Boil salted water; cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- Combine pasta with sauce: Drain spaghetti (reserve some pasta water) and toss into the skillet with sauce.
- Serve: Plate with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 10mg