Bowl Brimming Spaghetti
A warm and comforting spaghetti dish featuring perfectly cooked pasta tossed in a rich tomato sauce with garlic and herbs, topped with Parmesan and fresh basil for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- 1 large pot for boiling pasta
- 1 large pan for cooking sauce
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes or marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions.
- Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water and drain the spaghetti.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Simmer the sauce for 8 to 10 minutes to develop flavor.
- Add the cooked spaghetti and reserved pasta water to the sauce.
- Toss everything together until the noodles are glossy and well coated.
- Top the pasta with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately, enjoying warm.
Notes
- Add meatballs or shrimp for protein variations.
- Substitute butter and garlic for a simpler sauce.
- Stir in cream to create a creamy spaghetti.
- Finish with lemon zest to brighten flavors.
- Extra cheese enhances richness and taste.