Description
A delicious and versatile spaghetti recipe that combines rich tomato sauce with fresh ingredients for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti (or gluten-free alternative)
- Olive Oil
- Fresh Garlic
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- Canned Tomatoes
- Parmesan Cheese (optional)
- Fresh Basil
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 1-2 minutes.
- Add canned tomatoes to the skillet, breaking them up, and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving some pasta water, and combine it with the sauce.
- Stir in grated Parmesan and chopped basil before serving. Garnish with extra cheese and basil if desired.
Notes
Feel free to add protein or vegetables to make this dish even more nutritious. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: spaghetti, pasta, tomato sauce, vegetarian, easy dinner
