Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 pound spaghetti
• 3 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
• 28 ounce crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup fresh basil (torn)
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated, for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil.

2. 2

   While the water heats, warm the olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes; cook gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

3. 3

   Pour in the crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Simmer 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

4. 4

   Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.

5. 5

   Add the pasta to the sauce along with a splash of the reserved water. Toss to coat. Stir in the basil off the heat.

6. 6

   Serve immediately with parmesan.