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title: Spaghetti al Pomodoro (Garlic Tomato Spaghetti)
servings: 4
prep time: 5 minutes
cook time: 20 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/spaghetti-al-pomodoro
---

Gather @canned tomato{2%can} and @fresh basil{10%leaf}.

Warm the @olive oil{3%tbsp} in a wide skillet over medium-low heat and add the @garlic{4%clove} and @chili flake{0.5%tsp}. Cook gently until the garlic turns pale gold, about 2 minutes. ~{2%minutes}

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, season with @salt{}, and simmer uncovered until thickened and no longer watery, about 15 minutes. ~{15%minutes}

Meanwhile, boil the @spaghetti{380%g} in generously salted water until just shy of al dente, about 9 minutes, reserving a cup of the pasta water before draining. ~{9%minutes}

Tip the drained spaghetti straight into the sauce and toss over medium heat for a minute, loosening with a splash of pasta water until glossy. ~{1%minutes}

Tear the basil over the top, plate immediately, and finish with grated @parmesan{30%g}.