Simple & Delicious Tomato Spaghetti with Jarred Sauce
Simple & Delicious Tomato Spaghetti with Jarred Sauce
How to Make a Rich Tomato Spaghetti with Jarred Sauce, Better Than a Restaurant!
Let’s make a delicious and hearty tomato spaghetti using a store-bought tomato spaghetti sauce. This recipe elevates the classic dish with fresh vegetables, making it satisfying and quick.
Ingredients- Spaghetti for 2 servings (approx. 200g)
- 1/2 Onion
- 1/4 King Oyster Mushroom (approx. 50g)
- 1/4 Green Bell Pepper
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 1 cup (approx. 250ml) Jarred Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
While jarred sauce is tasty on its own, adding fresh vegetables from your kitchen will make your tomato spaghetti much richer and give it a restaurant-quality taste and appearance. Here’s how to make it easily and quickly!
Step 2
First, prepare the vegetables. Finely chop 1/2 onion, 1/4 king oyster mushroom, and 1/4 green bell pepper. Heat a little cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat, add the chopped vegetables, and sauté them. You don’t need to add any extra seasoning. Cook until the vegetables become slightly translucent and their natural sweetness is released. Add a pinch of black pepper for extra flavor.
Step 3
Once the vegetables are softened and cooked through, pour in 1 cup of jarred tomato spaghetti sauce. Stir well to combine the vegetables and the sauce. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 4
Meanwhile, in a separate pot, bring plenty of water to a boil. Add 2 servings of spaghetti and cook according to package directions, or until the pasta is al dente (tender but still firm to the bite). This usually takes about 5-8 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together. It’s important to cook the pasta until it’s slightly transparent.
Step 5
Drain the cooked spaghetti, reserving about half a ladleful of the pasta water. Add the drained spaghetti directly to the frying pan with the simmering sauce. Add the reserved pasta water and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, allowing the pasta to absorb the sauce and coat evenly. The pasta water helps to emulsify the sauce and create a glossy finish. If the sauce seems too dry, you can add a little more pasta water.
Step 6
Serve the well-stirred tomato spaghetti on a beautiful plate. You’ll have a hearty and impressive tomato spaghetti that anyone can be proud of! For an extra touch, garnish with parsley flakes or grated cheese to enhance the flavor even further.
