Spaghetti with Simple Tomato Basil Sauce

A rich, from-scratch tomato sauce made with pantry staples and fresh basil, tossed with spaghetti. Dinner in 30 minutes.

Prep5 min
Cook25 min
Total30 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
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Spaghetti with Simple Tomato Basil Sauce
Calories
470
Protein
15g
Carbs
78g
Fat
11g
Nutrition is an estimate per serving, calculated from the ingredients listed. Values vary by brand and portion size.

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
  2. Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and red pepper and cook for 2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add the tomatoes, salt and sugar. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. Before draining, save 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  5. Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce with the basil, Parmesan and a splash of pasta water. Toss for 1 minute until glossy and serve.

Cook's tips

  • The sauce freezes well for up to 3 months.
  • Whole-wheat spaghetti adds extra fiber.