Classic Spaghetti Recipe
A simple Italian classic with al dente spaghetti and rich tomato garlic sauce, perfected through gentle simmering and pasta water finishing. Ready in 35 minutes for family meals.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 450g (16 oz) spaghetti
- Salt for boiling water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
- 30g (1 oz) fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Bring 4-6 liters water to boil in a large pot
- Add 20g salt, cook spaghetti according to package time (typically 8-10 minutes)
- Heat olive oil in saucepan over medium heat
- Sauté garlic 2-3 minutes until fragrant
- Add cherry tomatoes with skins on - cook 5 minutes stirring occasionally
- Simmer sauce 15-20 minutes until thickened, stir occasionally
- Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water
- Drain pasta, add to saucepan with 1/4 cup pasta water
- Toss pasta with sauce until glossy, add more water if needed
- Stir in basil and remaining salt/pepper to taste
- Optional: drizzle balsamic vinegar before serving
Notes
Use a large pot for proper water ratio
Add a small pat of butter for extra richness (per recipe)
Chicken optional for heartier version
Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days in airtight container
Add a small pat of butter for extra richness (per recipe)
Chicken optional for heartier version
Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days in airtight container
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g