Spaghetti Marinara
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Spaghetti Marinara is a classic Italian dish made from durum wheat pasta served with a flavorful tomato-based sauce. A nutritional highlight of this dish is its modest calorie count of 50 per serving.
This dish is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for Spaghetti Marinara
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Spaghetti Marinara shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Spaghetti Marinara is a delightful Italian classic, perfect for a family dinner with its rich, tomato-based sauce and tender pasta.
Ingredients
- •12 oz spaghetti
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- •1 tsp dried oregano
- •1 tsp dried basil
- •1/2 tsp salt
- •1/4 tsp black pepper
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- 1Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3Add crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- 4Simmer the sauce for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- 5Combine the cooked spaghetti with the marinara sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
- 6Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
Chef Tips
- For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.