Favorite Spaghettios Recipe
The ultimate comfort food, the Favorite Spaghettios Recipe is creamy, tangy, and easy to prepare. This easy weeknight dinner is sure to satisfy your cravings and bring joy to your table. Make it tonight!
Equipment
- Calphalon 5-Quart Pot
- Storage Containers
Ingredients
- 1 pound anelli (ring) pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 2 garlic cloves (peeled and grated)
- 1 yellow onion (peeled and grated)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 28 ounces tomato sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the anelli pasta according to package directions. Make sure to reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water for later use. This water is starchy and will help to create a luscious sauce.
- While the pasta cooks, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. The smell of melting butter is always a joy!
- Once the butter is melted, add the grated onion and garlic. Stir to coat and cook for about 4 minutes until they begin to soften, releasing their aromatic flavors.
- Add in the tomato paste and stir to combine. Let it cook for 2 minutes, allowing the paste to deepen in color and flavor.
- Next, pour in the tomato sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer. Turn the heat down low and let it simmer for 10 minutes. You might want to cover it partially if it starts splattering. The smell will be amazing!
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the sauce. Mix it well to coat the pasta in the rich sauce.
- Add the remaining butter to the skillet. Stir everything together, adding as much of the reserved pasta cooking water as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
- Season with salt to taste. Taste is key here; adjust it according to your preference.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Favorite Spaghettios Recipe! Top with any additional toppings if you wish, and savor the delightful combination of flavors.
Notes
Store leftover Spaghettios in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To warm, add a little water or broth and heat in 30-second increments in the microwave.