Description
Spaghetti is a versatile dish that can be transformed into countless delicious meals. From classic Italian flavors to creative fusion recipes, this guide offers a variety of spaghetti dishes perfect for every dinner occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes or 2 cups marinara sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Spaghetti:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes or marinara sauce, then add salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Combine and Serve:
- Toss the cooked spaghetti in the sauce until well coated.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or ground beef for extra protein.
- Try different sauces like Alfredo, pesto, or Bolognese for variety.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free spaghetti as a dietary alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: ~350
- Sugar: ~5g
- Sodium: ~400mg
- Fat: ~10g
- Saturated Fat: ~3g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~55g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Spaghetti recipes, easy pasta dishes, Italian dinner ideas