Spaghetti with Tomato and Basil Sauce

Large pot; Large saucepan; Wooden spoon; Grater (optional)

10 minutes

30 minutes

Italian

Spaghetti, Tomato, Basil, Sauce, Italian, Dinner

Main Course

Boiling & Simmering

Vegetarian

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200g spaghetti

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

400g canned chopped tomatoes

2 tablespoons tomato puree

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon dried oregano

2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to packet instructions. Drain and set aside.

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes until softened.

Add the canned tomatoes, tomato puree, sugar, oregano and basil leaves to the pan. Simmer for 15 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add the cooked spaghetti to the saucepan and stir until combined. Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Calories – 400 kcal; Fat – 10 g; Carbohydrates – 60 g; Protein – 12 g

This easy-to-make Spaghetti with Tomato and Basil Sauce is a delicious Italian-style dinner that can be prepared in just 30 minutes! It’s packed full of flavour from the tomatoes, basil leaves and oregano – perfect for a midweek meal!

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Italian cuisine is also famous for its cured meats, such as prosciutto, salami, and mortadella.