SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATOES AND GARLIC

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, pastas, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound spaghetti
3/4 pound ripe plum tomatoes with skin removed or 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil or Italian parsley
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan or pecorino cheese

Steps:

  • Bring two quarts of salted water to boil in a kettle. Add the spaghetti, stir well and bring back to a boil, stirring while cooking. Cook to the desired degree of doneness. Reserve a quarter-cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, cut the tomatoes into 1/4 inch cubes.
  • In a skillet or kettle, add olive oil and the garlic. Cook briefly, stirring. Do not brown. Add the tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring. Add the spaghetti, basil or parsley, reserved cooking liquid and cheese, toss well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 440, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 441 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

FARİD RONADİ
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This is the best spaghetti dish I've ever had! The sauce is so flavorful and the spaghetti is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mike Sylvain
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This dish was a disappointment. It was bland and lacked flavor. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Chukwudi Precious
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The spaghetti was overcooked and the sauce was too runny. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Amsal Aqdas
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The sauce was a bit too acidic for my taste. I think I would have preferred to use a different type of tomato.


Musa Wahid
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it would have been better with a bit of added spice or herbs.


fariha wajiha
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this dish. The garlic and olive oil mellowed out the flavor of the tomatoes, and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly.


Elyas Nemati
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This recipe is a classic for a reason. It's simple, delicious, and affordable. I always make a big batch of sauce and freeze it for later use.


David Spencer
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's a great way to showcase the flavors of fresh tomatoes and garlic. I also like to add a bit of fresh basil at the end of cooking.


xerizare young
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. I usually add some cooked chicken or sausage to the sauce, and I always serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Momoh Koroma
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I've made this recipe countless times, and it never disappoints. The key is to use fresh, ripe tomatoes. I also like to add a bit of red pepper flakes for a little extra spice.


Keira Baines
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This spaghetti dish was incredibly simple to prepare, and the result was a delicious and flavorful meal. The combination of tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil created a classic Italian flavor profile that was both comforting and satisfying. I would defi