Classic Spaghetti Marinara
A simple, bright tomato sauce simmered with garlic and basil turns a box of spaghetti into a weeknight classic in under 40 minutes.
Why You'll Love This
- Ready in about 35 minutes with pantry staples
- A foolproof base sauce every beginner should master
- Naturally vegetarian and easy to double for a crowd
Ingredients
- 1 lbspaghetti
- 3 tbspolive oil
- 4 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1/4 tspred pepper flakes
- 28 oz cancrushed tomatoes
- 1 tspsugar
- 1 tspkosher salt, plus more for pasta water
- 1/2 tspblack pepper
- 1/2 cupfresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/2 cupgrated Parmesan cheese
Nutrition (estimated per serving)
Nutrition information is an estimate calculated from the ingredients listed and will vary based on the specific products used. It is not a substitute for advice from a nutrition professional.
Method
- Bring a large pot (6 to 8 quarts) of water to a rolling boil over high heat and add 2 tablespoons of salt.
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