Pasta margherita

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and provides a cheesy flavor.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Spinach adds nutrients and can be more accessible.

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.

Add the peeled tomatoes to the pan and cook until the sauce thickens.

Stir in the oregano and season with salt.

Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain and add it to the sauce, mixing well.

Add the mozzarella and basil, stirring gently until the cheese melts slightly.

Serve with grated Parmigiano Reggiano on top.

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