A classic spaghetti dish with a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a simple and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Spaghetti
- 12ozspaghetti
- 1tbspsalt
Sauce
- 2tbspolive oil
- 1pieceonion, chopped
- 2clovegarlic, minced
- 28ozcrushed tomatoes or tomato sauce
- 2tbsptomato paste (optional)
- 1tspsugar
- 1tsporegano or Italian seasoning
- 1tspsalt
- 1/2tspblack pepper
How to make Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce
Cook the Spaghetti
Boil a pot of salted water.
Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce, tomato paste if using, and sugar. Mix well.
Add oregano or Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper.
Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes to thicken and develop flavors.
Combine
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves, grated Parmesan, or red chili flakes if desired.
Tips & Tricks
For extra flavor, add a splash of red wine to the sauce while simmering.
Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley for garnish to enhance the taste.