Tomato Basil Spaghetti Recipe

Name: Tomato Basil Spaghetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: kosher salt; 3/4 lb dried spaghetti; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 small onion (yellow or white); 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 bunches fresh basil, leaves chopped; ground black pepper and kosher salt, to taste; 14 1/2 ounces whole tomatoes with juice; 8 ounces tomato sauce; 1/4 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated (about 1 oz); 1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (opt. to taste)

Servings: persons

kosher salt
3/4 lb dried spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 small onion (yellow or white)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 bunches fresh basil, leaves chopped
ground black pepper and kosher salt, to taste
14 1/2 ounces whole tomatoes with juice
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/4 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated (about 1 oz)
1 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (opt. to taste)

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the spaghetti to al dente, about 8 minutes or according to your package directions.
2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, half of the basil and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent - about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer while you break up the tomatoes with the side of a spoon. Simmer gently for about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3
Drain the pasta and put in a large serving bowl. Pour over the sauce and add all but a handful of the left over basil. Toss until the pasta is well coated with sauce. top with the remaining chopped basil, grated cheese and dried red pepper flakes. Enjoy!

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: kosher salt, 3/4 lb dried spaghetti, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 small onion (yellow or white), and more.

Yes, Tomato Basil Spaghetti 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.

Tomato Basil Spaghetti

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