Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce
Savor the timeless comfort of Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce, a classic Italian dish that's as simple as it is satisfying. This recipe features al dente spaghetti tossed with a rich marinara sauce made from canned whole tomatoes, aromatic garlic and onions, and a blend of dried herbs like oregano and basil for an irresistible depth of flavor. Enhanced with a touch of sugar to balance the acidity, and finished with freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant basil leaves, every bite is a celebration of bold, fresh ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe requires minimal prep time and yields a hearty meal that the whole family will love. Indulge in this easy, flavorful dish that brings traditional Italian comfort straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 800 grams canned whole tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 6 fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add a generous pinch of salt and the spaghetti.
Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
While the spaghetti cooks, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Add the canned tomatoes and their juice, using a spoon or potato masher to break them up into smaller pieces.
Stir in the tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally and taste to adjust seasonings as needed.
Once the spaghetti is cooked and drained, add it to the saucepan with the marinara sauce.
Toss the spaghetti in the sauce until well coated.
Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.5 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 4111 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.1 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.9 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 816 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2343 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
