🍝 Looking for a classic Italian favorite? Try this Spaghetti with Tomato and Basil Sauce! Fresh tomatoes and fragrant basil come together in a simple, easy-to-make sauce, giving you a healthy and delicious meal in minutes.

Recipe Name:

Spaghetti with Tomato and Basil Sauce 🍝🍅🌿

Ingredients:

• Spaghetti 🍝

• Canned peeled and chopped tomatoes 🥫🍅 (or fresh peeled and chopped tomatoes)

• Garlic 🧄, chopped

• Onion 🧅, chopped

• Olive oil 🫒

• Fresh basil leaves 🌿

• Salt 🧂

• Black pepper ⚫

• Sugar (optional, a pinch to balance acidity) 🍚

• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) 🧀

Preparation:

1️⃣ Cook the Spaghetti:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente ⏳.

• Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining, then set the spaghetti aside ♨️.

2️⃣ Make the Sauce:

• Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant 🧄🔥.

• Add the chopped onion and cook until golden and translucent 🧅.

• Stir in the chopped tomatoes 🥫🍅.

• Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of sugar if using. Let it simmer over low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally ⏳.

• In the last 2 minutes, add the fresh basil leaves 🌿.

3️⃣ Combine Spaghetti and Sauce:

• Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss until fully coated. Add a little reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick 🍝.

4️⃣ Serve:

• Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese if desired 🧀🌿.

😋 Enjoy your delicious Italian meal!