Spaghetti with homemade pasta sauce. Recipe

Name: Spaghetti with homemade pasta sauce.
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 box spaghetti; 1 large Spanish onion; 1 can tomato paste; 1 can italian tomato, peeled; 1 can tuna; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon thyme; 1 tablespoon oregano; 1 teaspoon rosemary; 1 teaspoon marjoram; salt; butter; parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 box spaghetti
1 large Spanish onion
1 can tomato paste
1 can italian tomato, peeled
1 can tuna
¼ cup olive oil
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon thyme
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon marjoram
salt
butter
parmesan cheese

1
Chop Onion and fry in olive oil until brown.
2
When Onion brown add thyme, oregano, rosemary, marjoram and bay leaf.
3
Add peeled tomatoes and 3/4 of the can of tomato paste.
4
Simmer for 20 minutes.
5
Add Tuna and simmer for another 10 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, boil pasta.
7
When pasta is al dente, throw it in a collander and pour some milk over it.
8
This will not only stop the cooking but also remove some of the starch.
9
Throw the drained pasta back into the empty pot where it was cooked along with 2 tbs of butter.
10
The remaining heat of the pot is sufficient to melt the butter.
11
Add the cheese, stir and then add the sauce on top of the pasta.
12
Stir again.
13
Pasta is now ready to be served.

310

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 box spaghetti, 1 large Spanish onion, 1 can tomato paste, 1 can italian tomato, peeled, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with homemade pasta 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.

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Spaghetti with homemade pasta sauce.

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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