Italian spaghetti sauce recipe 🍝

Ingredients:

- Spaghetti: 8 ounces spaghetti (or any pasta of your choice)

- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons

- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced

- Onion: 1 medium onion, chopped

- Tomatoes: 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes (or 4-5 fresh tomatoes, diced)

- Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon (or use a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)

- Salt and Pepper: to taste

- Sugar: 1 teaspoon (optional, to balance acidity)

- Fresh Basil: a handful, torn (optional)

- Parmesan Cheese: grated, for serving

Instructions:

1. Cook the Spaghetti:

- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. If using, add the sugar to balance the acidity. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Combine Pasta and Sauce:

- Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.

4. Finishing Touches:

- Stir in fresh basil if using, and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

5. Serve:

- Plate the spaghetti and top with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Tips:

- You can add cooked ground meat (like beef, sausage, or turkey) to the sauce for a heartier meal.

- For extra flavor, try adding red pepper flakes or a splash of red wine to the sauce.

- Fresh vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms can also be added to the sauce.

This classic spaghetti recipe is versatile and can be easily customized to suit your tastes. Enjoy your meal!

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