Gigi's Italian Kitchen & Restaurant Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking Pasta
Boil Water
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
Cook Spaghetti
Add 400 grams of spaghetti to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse the pasta.
Preparing the Sauce
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in 800 grams of crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Simmer Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
Combining
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce and toss until the pasta is well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Serving
Plate the Dish
Serve the spaghetti in bowls, and top with 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil leaves, and 20 grams of extra grated Parmesan cheese.