Tomato and Garlic Spaghetti Recipe 🍝

Description:

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of this Tomato and Garlic Spaghetti recipe, a delightful creation that promises to tantalize your taste buds with its rich and aromatic sauce. Originating from the depths of allrecipes.com, this culinary gem might demand a bit of effort, particularly in crafting the sauce, but rest assured, every moment invested will be handsomely rewarded with a burst of flavors that will leave you craving for more. And for all the garlic enthusiasts out there, feel free to amplify the garlic quotient to suit your palate preferences.

Recipe Overview:

Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 1 main dish serving
Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Spaghetti, Vegetable, European, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 30 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 290.1
Fat Content: 4.7g
Saturated Fat Content: 0.7g
Cholesterol Content: 0mg
Sodium Content: 46.7mg
Carbohydrate Content: 53.2g
Fiber Content: 4.8g
Sugar Content: 7.5g
Protein Content: 9.8g

Ingredients:

1/2 cup tomatoes
2 cups water
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup garlic paste
3/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

Step	Description
1	Place tomatoes in a kettle, and cover with cold water.
2	Bring just to the boil, pour off water, and cover again with cold water.
3	Peel tomatoes and cut into small pieces.
4	Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
5	While the pasta is cooking, in a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the minced garlic in olive oil, ensuring that the garlic does not brown.
6	Stir in the tomato paste, and immediately add the garlic paste, tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
7	Reduce heat, and simmer until the pasta is ready. Add the fresh basil leaves for an aromatic twist.
8	Drain spaghetti, but do not rinse in cold water.
9	Mix it into the sauce, reduce the heat to the lowest setting possible.
10	Keep warm, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until it is ready to serve.

Enjoy Your Culinary Masterpiece! 🎉

Serve this Tomato and Garlic Spaghetti hot, garnished with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired, alongside a crisp side salad and a slice of crusty bread. Delight in the harmonious blend of flavors and textures as you savor each forkful of this delectable dish. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner for two or a gathering of friends, this recipe is sure to impress with its simplicity and sophistication. Bon appétit! 🍽️