The Best and Easiest Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 1 pound spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5. Add the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to combine. Cook until the spaghetti is heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Spaghetti originated in Sicily and is one of the most popular Italian dishes.
• Tomatoes were not added to spaghetti until the 18th century.
• Parmesan cheese is a staple in Italian cooking and is often used to garnish dishes.