Easy & Delicious Spaghetti Recipe: Quick Weeknight Meal Idea

Name: Easy & Delicious Spaghetti Recipe: Quick Weeknight Meal Idea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 26 min
Total time: 31 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 200 grams Spaghetti (dry pasta); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 400 grams Crushed Tomatoes (canned); 1 liter Water (for boiling pasta); 1 teaspoon Salt (plus more for pasta water, to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground, to taste); 30 grams Parmesan Cheese (for garnish, grated)

Enjoy this quick and delicious spaghetti recipe, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal. This ASMR video highlights the simple steps to create a flavorful pasta dish with rich tomato sauce.

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Delicious Spaghetti Ready to Serve

Recipe Information

Prep Time

26m

Cook Time

31m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian

Azerbaijani

Nutrition (per serving)

400

Calories

14g

Protein

60g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Spaghetti with Rich Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

Spaghetti
(dry pasta)
200 grams
Olive Oil
(extra virgin)
2 tablespoons

Garlic
(minced)
2 cloves
Crushed Tomatoes
(canned)
400 grams
Water
(for boiling pasta)
1 liter
Salt
(plus more for pasta water, to taste)
1 teaspoon
Black Pepper
(freshly ground, to taste)
1 teaspoon

Parmesan Cheese
(for garnish, grated)
30 grams

Servings: 2

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Freshly Grated Parmesan on Spaghetti

Instructions

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Ensure the water is generously salted for flavorful pasta and to prevent sticking.
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While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn.
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While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn.
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Burnt garlic can make your sauce bitter. Keep the heat moderate.

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Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
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A pinch of sugar can balance the acidity of the tomatoes and enhance their sweetness.
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Drain the cooked spaghetti, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. Add the spaghetti directly to the pan with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a glossy sauce that clings to the pasta.
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Drain the cooked spaghetti, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. Add the spaghetti directly to the pan with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a glossy sauce that clings to the pasta.
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The starchy pasta water is key to emulsifying the sauce and helping it adhere to the pasta.
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Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh black pepper. For extra freshness, add some fresh basil leaves.
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Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh black pepper. For extra freshness, add some fresh basil leaves.
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Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.