How to Make a Quick Dish of Spaghetti and Tomato Sauce

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Fill a medium sized pot about 3/4 of the way full with warm water.

   Set a timer for 10 minutes. ,, Leave it to simmer on medium heat.
   
   Be sure to stir the sauce periodically to heat it evenly. ,, Set the timer for another 10 minutes. 10 minutes is the average to achieve an "al dente" (cooked, but not hard) texture.
   
   Consider double checking the pasta box for the suggested times, as different kinds of pasta requires different times. ,, Have caution concerning the boiling water; it's advisable to pour away from you to avoid potential splashing. ,, Make sure all the excess water is out. ,,,
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   Step 2: Add a teaspoon of salt to help the pasta soak up the water faster and a 1/4 of olive oil to keep the pasta from sticking together.

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   Step 3: Turn stove on high and carefully place the pot onto the burner.

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   Step 4: Allow the water to come to a boil.

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   Step 5: Find your favorite pasta sauce and empty the jar into a smaller pot.

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   Step 6: Cover the sauce with a lid.

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   Step 7: Empty the entire package of pasta into the water.

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   Step 8: Use a serving spoon to stir the pasta into the water.

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   Step 9: Place a strainer in the sink.

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    Step 10: Drain the pasta into the strainer.

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    Step 11: Run cool water over the pasta for 15 seconds in order to stop it from cooking.

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    Step 12: Shake the pasta in the strainer.

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    Step 13: Your sauce should also be hot and ready to be taken off the burner.

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    Step 14: Pour the pasta in a larger bowl and serve the sauce over top.

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    Step 15: Serve with garlic bread and Parmesan cheese or just eat the spaghetti.

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