Description
Cozy up with a bowl of comforting pasta that warms the soul on chilly nights. This recipe features perfectly cooked spaghetti enveloped in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with fresh garlic and vibrant vegetables. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening at home or entertaining friends, this dish is sure to impress with its delightful flavors and quick preparation time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup spinach
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water in a pot, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some cooking water before draining.
- Sauté Garlic and Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant. Add chopped bell peppers and spinach; cook until tender.
- Create the Sauce: Add canned tomatoes (with juices) to the skillet; stir and let simmer for five minutes.
- Combine With Pasta: Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce, using reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg