Spaghetti Italian-style

To start, gather your ingredients. You’ll need one pound of spaghetti, one can of crushed tomatoes, one small onion, three cloves of garlic, one tablespoon of dried basil, one teaspoon of dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. You’ll also need some olive oil for cooking.

Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your spaghetti and cook until it’s al dente, or just cooked but still firm to the bite. Drain the spaghetti and set it aside.

While your pasta cooks, start on your sauce. Chop your onion and garlic finely. Heat a few tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add your onion and garlic and sauté until they are soft and fragrant, about five minutes.

Next, add your can of crushed tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well and bring the sauce to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about ten minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.

Now it’s time to add your spices to the sauce. Add the dried basil and oregano to the skillet and stir well. Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper as needed.

Finally, it’s time to add your cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Use tongs or a pasta fork to toss the pasta in the sauce, coating it evenly. Let the spaghetti cook in the sauce for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, so that it absorbs some of the flavors.

Serve your spaghetti Italian-style hot, topped with some grated Parmesan cheese and a sprig of fresh basil, if desired. This dish pairs well with a glass of red wine and a side salad.

While this recipe is a classic, you can also customize it to your tastes. If you like a spicier sauce, add some red pepper flakes to the skillet. If you prefer a meatier sauce, brown some ground beef or sausage in the skillet before adding the onions and garlic.

Spaghetti Italian-style is a dish that’s easy to make but tastes like something you’d order at a fancy Italian restaurant. It’s a great meal for a cozy night in or for serving to guests. Buon appetito!