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Delicious spicy spaghetti topped with basil and parmesan cheese on a wooden table.
Alyssa

Spicy Spaghetti

This Spicy Spaghetti is an easy dinner made with fresh cherry tomatoes, a kick of red pepper flakes, and a delicious blend of fresh basil and parmesan cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 tsp red pepper flakes use less if you're sensitive to spice
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 4 cups halved cherry tomatoes (or mini San Marzanos if you can find them)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for topping
  • 2 Tbsp fresh chopped basil plus more for topping

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add spaghetti. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving about ½ cup of the water.
  2. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until starting to soften. Stir in red pepper flakes and garlic; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  3. Add tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften.
  4. Use a potato masher to crush tomatoes slightly. Add drained spaghetti to skillet with sauce, along with parmesan and basil. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  5. Serve topped with additional parmesan, basil, and red pepper flakes.

Notes

This dish is perfect for summer and is sure to please the whole family!