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Classic Tomato Spaghetti with Parmesan

A comforting Italian pasta dish made with tender spaghetti noodles tossed in a bright tomato marinara sauce and finished with freshly grated parmesan cheese. The sauce is lightly seasoned with herbs and garlic, creating a balanced and simple pasta that highlights classic Italian flavors.

Total time
25 min
Servings
1
Calories
420
Protein
14g
Classic Tomato Spaghetti with Parmesan
ItalianMain courseitalianpastadinnercomfort-foodmoderate-carbmoderate-fat

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until tender but still slightly firm.

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

  3. Step 3

    Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in marinara sauce and stir.

  5. Step 5

    Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and oregano.

  6. Step 6

    Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes so the flavors combine.

  7. Step 7

    Drain the cooked spaghetti.

  8. Step 8

    Toss the spaghetti directly into the sauce and mix thoroughly.

  9. Step 9

    Transfer the pasta to a serving plate.

  10. Step 10

    Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese on top.

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