Betty's Easy Spaghetti with Savory Marinara Sauce

In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Easy Spaghetti with Savory Marinara Sauce. This is a great recipe to use if you are in a hurry, and you are looking for a recipe that is tasty and also economical!

Ingredients:

1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
¼ to ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
16-oz. can tomato sauce
28-oz. can crushed tomatoes
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (You may used dried herbs in this recipe; just use 1/3 as much as listed for fresh herbs.)
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon lemon juice
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
16-oz. package uncooked spaghetti (I used only ½ of a 16-oz. package, but I had a lot of sauce left over!)
1 teaspoon salt for cooking spaghetti (optional)

In a deep skillet, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and ¼ to ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté until the onion is clear., about 5 minutes. Add a 16-oz. can of tomato sauce, a 28-oz. can of crushed tomatoes, 3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano, 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Add ½ teaspoon lemon juice, and simmer for 5 minutes more. As soon as you begin simmering your spaghetti sauce, start making your spaghetti, according to package directions. (I add about 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.) The spaghetti will be done about the same time as the Marinara sauce is ready. Drain the spaghetti using a colander. Place drained spaghetti on a large platter and spoon Marinara sauce over the top. Sprinkle ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese over the top, and serve immediately. This recipe makes a *large* amount of spaghetti, but it is still excellent when reheated the next day! I like to serve it with heated French or Italian bread, with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping the bread, and a green salad alongside! Buon Appetito !--Betty 

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[envyhunterHD]

If only smell-o-vision was a real technology.

[bettyskitchen]

@envyhunterHD Wouldn't that be great!  Thanks for your nice comment!

--Betty :)

[110cottoncandy]

can i leave out the pepper, lemon juice, parsley and cheese? also can i add beef to this?

[bettyskitchen]

@110cottoncandy Yes, to all of your questions; I have made this recipe in its simplest form, and it is still great!

--Betty :)

[yankman91]

Betty, your husband is one lucky man!!! Sheesh!

[hopefulone311]

betty can you do some breakfast meals? i have a husband and two young kids i cook breakfast for but i need some more ideas of what to make that early! lol

[kikrokz1]

i love your voice

[bettyskitchen]

@KissHope Corn and tomatoes--two of my favorite things!

--Betty :)

[KissHope]

@bettyskitchen

I really think you will taste a difference right out of the can, they cost a little more than Meijer but not as much as Red Gold brand but just as good. However Meijer runs them on sale for a really good price. Right now though I am eating garden tomatoes until the local farmer stops selling. The corn was the best I have ever had in my 50 yrs. Never tasted white corn so sweet you only needed salt. He did something extra this year, because I typically use lots of butter.

[bettyskitchen]

@KissHope Thanks for the great information, Hope! I will look for the Dei Fratelli brand. Have a great day!

--Betty :)

[KissHope]

Hi Betty, I make my own sauce too and prefer it to anything in a jar. Typically you lose the fresh tomatoe taste in canned/jarred sauces. I know you and I shop frequently at Meijer and saw that you used their tomatoes. The cost is cheaper than name brands. Have you tried Dei Fratelli brand? They have a really good fresher tomatoe taste and are good enough to eat out of the can with a little salt. I love their products and Meijer carries. just wanted to share product info. Take care

[knarisa]

I just found your channel. It's great! You make a great host! Looking forward to watching more! :)