Ingredients:
- 1 pound of spaghetti
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes (28 oz)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente (cooked but still firm to the bite).
- While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the pan and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Drain the cooked spaghetti and add it to the pan with the sauce. Toss to coat the spaghetti evenly with the sauce.
- Serve the spaghetti on plates or in bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Enjoy a delicious plate of spaghetti with marinara sauce and taste the Italian tradition and flavors. As alternative Lasagna, a more elaborated and flavorful italian dish, also is a great option. It’s a baked dish made with layers of pasta sheets, meat or vegetable filling, cheese and a tomato or béchamel sauce. Ingredients may vary depending on the region, but most commonly lasagna is made with ground beef or sausage, ricotta and mozzarella cheese, and tomato sauce. Ravioli also a tasty option, is a type of pasta filled with meat, cheese or vegetables, and usually served with a sauce.
As for cooking, you can either boil ravioli for 3-5 minutes or bake them with a sauce.
You could also get creative and make your own pasta dough, and stuff the ravioli with your favourite fillings, making a great homemade dish with your own personal touch.