Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Cheese
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this classic Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Cheese recipe, a perfect fusion of simplicity and flavor. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a rich, homemade tomato sauce infused with the aromatic blend of garlic, onion, oregano, and basil, this dish is a heartwarming favorite. Crowned with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, every bite offers a harmonious balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes, thanks to the addition of a touch of sugar in the sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, this comforting Italian-inspired meal is made from pantry staples and is sure to delight the whole family. Ideal for those searching for an easy pasta recipe, quick dinner ideas, or a satisfying vegetarian option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 800 g canned chopped tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sugar
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely chop the onion and sauté it in the olive oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add the canned chopped tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onions and garlic.
Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat with the tomato sauce.
Serve the spaghetti hot, sprinkled with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.4 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3038 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.9 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.9 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 782 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1740 mg | 37% | |
*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.
