Tomato Basil Spaghetti (Spaghetti al Pomodoro)

Easy

15m

Tomato Basil Spaghetti (Spaghetti al Pomodoro)

Discover how to make classic Spaghetti al Pomodoro with Mutti Passata, garlic, onion and fresh basil for a simple, authentic Italian pasta dish.

Ingredients

4 people

  • 400 g Passata Mutti
  • 350 g spaghetti
  • 10 leaves of basil
  • 1 clove minced Garlic
  • 1 tsp minced onion
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin oil
  • pinch of salt

Made with

Method

  • 1

    In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  • 2

    Add the minced garlic and onion and sauté for a minute.

  • 3

    Add the Mutti Passata and tear a few basil leaves into the sauce. Season with a pinch of salt. Stir well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

  • 4

    Cook the Spaghetti according to the package instructions in salted boiling water, until they are al dente.

  • 5

    Drain the cooked Spaghetti and immediately add them to the tomato sauce in the pan. Toss the Spaghetti in the sauce for about 2 minutes and serve with some fresh leaves of basil.

A simple Italian classic

Spaghetti al Pomodoro is one of the most iconic dishes in Italian cuisine, loved for its simplicity and fresh, comforting flavours. With just a few carefully chosen ingredients, this timeless recipe turns spaghetti, tomato sauce and basil into a delicious everyday meal.

Smooth tomato flavour with Mutti Passata

Mutti Passata gives the sauce a smooth, velvety texture and a naturally rich tomato flavour. Gently simmered with garlic, onion, extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil, it creates a light yet flavourful sauce that coats every strand of spaghetti.

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