Spaghetti is a long, thin, cylindrical noodle made from durum wheat flour. It is a staple food in Italian cuisine, where it is traditionally served with a tomato-based sauce. Spaghetti can also be served with other sauces, such as pesto or Alfredo sauce.
Here is a basic recipe for spaghetti with tomato sauce:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the pan with the olive oil when cooking the onion.
- You can also add other ingredients to the sauce, such as cooked ground beef, sausage, or vegetables.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of pasta water.
- Leftover spaghetti can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.