Celebrate National Spaghetti Day with budget-friendly bliss!

Embrace the joy of National Spaghetti Day with our collection of wallet-friendly and delicious spaghetti recipes. From the timeless goodness of classic Aglio e Olio to the creamy richness of carbonara and the heart-warming comfort of tomato sauce, these recipes are designed to make your taste buds and wallet equally happy.

1. Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Ingredients:

• 200g spaghetti
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté until garlic is golden but not browned.
3. Add cooked spaghetti to the pan, toss well to coat in the garlic-infused oil. If needed, add a bit of reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
4. Season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

2. Spaghetti Carbonara

Ingredients:

• 200g spaghetti
• 100g pancetta or bacon, diced
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (Swap for other grated cheeses)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a separate pan, cook diced pancetta or bacon until crispy. Add minced garlic and sauté for a minute.
3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and grated Parmesan cheese.
4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan with pancetta. Toss well.
5. Remove the pan from heat and quickly stir in the egg and cheese mixture. The heat from the pasta will create a creamy sauce.
6. Season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

3. Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce

Ingredients:

• 200g spaghetti
• 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional and can be swapped for other grated cheeses)

Instructions:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
2. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil to the saucepan. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Toss the cooked spaghetti in the tomato sauce until well coated.
6. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

To make these dishes go even further, consider adding protein like chicken or, add in some red lentils into the spaghetti when boiling.

These recipes are simple, delicious, and won’t break the bank!

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