Perfect Spaghetti

A basic and well-known spaghetti recipe that will always make perfect pasta. Garlic, basil, and Parmesan cheese come together to make a tasty sauce that goes well with spaghetti.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb spaghetti
• 4 quarts water
• 1 tbsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil

Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat

Add minced garlic and saut until fragrant, about 1 minute

Pour in crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and let simmer for 10 minutes

Stir in chopped basil and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes

Once spaghetti is cooked, drain and return to the pot

Pour the tomato sauce over the spaghetti and toss until evenly coated

Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese

Enjoy!