How do I make the best spaghetti with marinara sauce?

Get ready to twirl your fork in the most scrumptious Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce ever! This recipe is so flavorful, it might just become your go-to comfort food.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make the best Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce. Items include: Spaghetti Olive oil Garlic Crushed tomatoes Tomato paste Dried basil Dried oregano Sugar Salt Pepper Parmesan cheese

Spaghetti 8 ounces
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Garlic 2 cloves, minced
Crushed tomatoes 1 can (28 ounces)
Tomato paste 2 tablespoons
Dried basil 1 teaspoon
Dried oregano 1 teaspoon
Sugar 1 teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Parmesan cheese Optional, for garnish

Take note
Be careful not to overcook the pasta or it will turn mushy. Also, watch out for splattering sauce as you cook the marinara.

1

Boil the pasta

Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add a generous amount of salt to the water. Then, add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2

Make the marinara sauce

Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Combine the pasta and sauce

Add the cooked spaghetti to the marinara sauce and toss until well coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the pasta to absorb the flavors. Serve hot and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.