Spaghetti with Chunky Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Spaghetti with Chunky Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. (2 cups) sliced white mushrooms; 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into chunks; 1 large leek, white part cut into chunks; 2 Tbs. olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.); 2 Tbs. dried oregano; 2 tsp. dried thyme; 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes; 2 15-oz. cans diced tomatoes; 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 15-oz. can, rinsed and drained); 1/4 cup red wine; 8 cups baby spinach leaves; 8 oz. spaghetti

Servings: persons

8 oz. (2 cups) sliced white mushrooms
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 large leek, white part cut into chunks
2 Tbs. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
2 Tbs. dried oregano
2 tsp. dried thyme
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
2 15-oz. cans diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 15-oz. can, rinsed and drained)
1/4 cup red wine
8 cups baby spinach leaves
8 oz. spaghetti

1
Place mushrooms, bell pepper, and leek in bowl of food processor.
2
Pulse until ingredients are coarsely chopped.
3
Heat oil in large saucepan or stockpot over medium-high heat.
4
Add mushroom mixture and garlic, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
5
Cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are softened and most of liquid has evaporated.
6
Stir in oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes, and cook 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
7
Add tomatoes, chickpeas, and wine, and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
8
Cover, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9
Add spinach, and cook 3 to 5 minutes more, or until spinach has wilted.
10
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions.
11
Serve spaghetti topped with sauce.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz. (2 cups) sliced white mushrooms, 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into chunks, 1 large leek, white part cut into chunks, 2 Tbs. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with Chunky Tomato Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spaghetti with Chunky Tomato Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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