Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound dried spaghetti
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package directions.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Drain the spaghetti and add it to the sauce. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Sugar: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Classic Italian pasta dish with a tangy, savory sauce
- Made with easily available ingredients
- Suitable for American tastes
- Serves 8 people
User Comments:
- "This pasta is absolutely delicious! The sauce is flavorful and the spaghetti is cooked perfectly."
- "I love the combination of bell peppers and tomatoes in this dish."
- "This is a great weeknight meal that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have dry red wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
- To make the sauce spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can use any type of dried pasta in this recipe.
- Serve the pasta with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
