Smooth Marinara Spaghetti
This smooth marinara spaghetti recipe features a rich and flavorful tomato sauce that's perfect for coating strands of spaghetti. It's a classic comfort food dish that's quick to make and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 serving of spaghetti (about 2 ounces)
- 1 cup smooth marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- While the spaghetti is cooking, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the smooth marinara sauce and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out with a bit of reserved pasta water.
- Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with the sauce. Toss well to coat the spaghetti evenly with the sauce.
- Transfer the spaghetti and sauce to a plate or bowl.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Note
- Feel free to add cooked ground beef or turkey for extra protein.
- You can also sneak in finely chopped vegetables like carrots, onions, or bell peppers into the sauce for added nutrition.
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