Tomato Basil Spaghetti Recipe

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Tomato Basil Spaghetti
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Directions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the spaghetti to al dente, about 8 minutes or according to your package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, half of the basil and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent - about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and the tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer while you break up the tomatoes with the side of a spoon. Simmer gently for about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Drain the pasta and put in a large serving bowl. Pour over the sauce and add all but a handful of the left over basil. Toss until the pasta is well coated with sauce. top with the remaining chopped basil, grated cheese and dried red pepper flakes. Enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 291 Kcal (1218 kJ)
Calories from fat 38.02 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.22g 6%
Cholesterol 0.19mg 0%
Sodium 631.88mg 26%
Potassium 424.08mg 9%
Total Carbs 54.73g 18%
Sugars 7.58g 30%
Dietary Fiber 3.31g 13%
Protein 8.72g 17%
Vitamin C 13.7mg 23%
Iron 2.1mg 12%
Calcium 33.9mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 162.96 Kcal (682 kJ)
Calories from fat 21.29 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.37g 6%
Cholesterol 0.11mg 0%
Sodium 353.85mg 26%
Potassium 237.48mg 9%
Total Carbs 30.65g 18%
Sugars 4.24g 30%
Dietary Fiber 1.85g 13%
Protein 4.88g 17%
Vitamin C 7.7mg 23%
Iron 1.2mg 12%
Calcium 19mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.5
    Points
  • 8
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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