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Spaghetti with Garlic, Herbs, and Tomatoes

SUBMITTED BY: GYPSY-WITCH

"Pan-roasted garlic is stirred with spaghetti, balsamic vinegar, tomatoes and a medley of dried basil, marjoram and oregano in this quick and easy dish. The heat from the spaghetti warms the fresh tomatoes, and grated Parmesan finishes the dish."

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups canned whole tomatoes, crushed
  • 1/4 cup dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 pound grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large skillet over low heat saute the garlic in the olive oil. Continue to simmer and stir for approximately 15 minutes, or until light brown. Be careful to not burn the garlic. Set pan aside to cool.
  2. In a large pot with boiling salted water cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water and add it to the pan with the cooked garlic. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
  3. Put drained pasta into garlic pan and incorporate tomatoes, dried basil, balsamic vinegar, and spice mixture.
  4. Transfer pasta dish to a heated serving platter. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2003 by Navy_Mommy
My one year old daughter and I really liked this recipe. My husband however did not care for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2003 by NJSS2000
Very nice italian flavored dinner. I added some tomato paste because I had a little left over... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2004 by ZEROCL1
I can't say enough about this recipe! It sounded great and was quite excited to try it. Then... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2007 by SarahD
Used angel hair, fresh tomato, and a little less basil because that is what I had on hand. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2002 by KELSNANA
I had been looking for the Olive Garden pasta recipe and this is so close. My family loved... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2002 by PREAGO
The amount of basil suggested is somewhat questionable. Unless your a big basil fan I would... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2007 by Phil
Wonderful, rich and healthy. I wonder how it would be with added anchovies.. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2005 by OLIVIA17
I loved this recipe! It was easy and tasted great. I've made it quite a few times. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2004 by Donna
This was ok. We didn't have or use any marjoram and my fiance thinks that if we would of had... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 8, 2004 by ARK_AMY
This was EASY and FAST! I did modify the recipe slightly. I did not have any marjoram and I... MORE

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