Spaghetti Recipe (Classic and Easy)

 

Ingredients:

1. 12 ounces (340g) dried spaghetti
2. 2 tablespoons olive oil
3. 3 garlic cloves, minced
4. 1 medium onion, finely chopped
5. 1 can (14 oz/400g) diced tomatoes or tomato puree
6. 2 tablespoons tomato paste
7. 1 teaspoon dried basil
8. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
9. ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
10. Salt and black pepper to taste
11. ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
12. Fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

Cook the Spaghetti:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions (about 8-10 minutes for al dente). Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce:

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, and sauté until softened (about 2-3 minutes).

Add Tomatoes and Spices:

Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, and chili flakes (if using). Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season the Sauce:

Add salt and black pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a small splash of pasta water to thin it out.

Combine Pasta and Sauce:

Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, mixing well to coat each strand.

Serve:

Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley or basil on top.

Nutritional Information 

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Sugar: 7g
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Fiber: 4g