Spaghetti in Tomato Sauce - Basic Tomato Spaghetti Recipe

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can enhance flavor, while crushed tomatoes are often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative, while pecorino is often less costly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly option.

spaghetti

🥗Healthier: whole wheat spaghetti

💰Cheaper: pasta made from semolina

Whole wheat adds fiber, while semolina pasta is usually cheaper.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat.

Add chopped garlic and onion; sauté until translucent.

Stir in chopped capsicum (if using); cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, sugar, and mixed herbs; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat and let sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season with salt, black pepper, red chili powder, and red chili flakes to taste.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh herbs before serving.

Drain spaghetti and toss with the sauce.

Serve hot, topped with grated cheese.

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