Ingredients
Scale
- 400g of high-quality spaghetti or your preferred pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Add diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Let the sauce simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chopped basil leaves and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Heat through and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Use high-quality pasta for the best taste and texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
- Toss pasta with the sauce off the heat to avoid sticking.
- Fresh herbs like basil and parsley enhance flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg