Easy Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• Spaghetti, 1 pound
• Olive oil, 1/4 cup
• Onion, 1 medium, diced
• Garlic, 2 cloves, minced
• Canned crushed tomatoes, 28 ounces
• Dried oregano, 1 teaspoon
• Dried basil, 1 teaspoon
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions.
2. While the spaghetti is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
3. Stir in canned tomatoes, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until thickened.
5. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the sauce. Stir to combine.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Protein: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful tomato sauce
• Al dente spaghetti
• Easy and quick to make
• Perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering

User Comments:

• "This is the best spaghetti sauce I've ever had!"
• "It's so easy to make and tastes delicious."
• "My family loved it!"
• "The flavors are perfectly balanced."
• "I will definitely be making this again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your taste.
• If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley.
• Serve with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.