Easy Spaghetti Recipe Without Pasta Sauce

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Easy Spaghetti Recipe Without Pasta Sauce

If you're looking for a quick, delicious, 30-minute satisfying dinner, this easy spaghetti recipe with bell peppers, goat cheese, and basil is the perfect recipe. Whether you're cooking for yourself, family, or friends, this recipe is sure to impress.

Prep Time15

Cook Time8

Total Time23

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 339kcal

Author: Danielle Fahrenkrug

Equipment

Large pot
colander

Ingredients

8 ounces spaghetti noodles gluten-free or favorite kind
4 cloves garlic minced
1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
1 medium onion thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
2 ounces goat cheese crumbled
fresh basil or dry basil leaves for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the spaghetti

Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles, reserving a cup of the pasta water, and set the noodles aside.

Saute the garlic

While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic as it can turn bitter.

Cook the vegetables

Add the sliced green and red bell peppers and the onion to the skillet. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. The bell peppers should be soft but still have a bit of a bite to them, and the onions should be golden and sweet.

Combine the pasta andvegetables

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the vegetables. Toss everything together to combine well. If the pasta seems too dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce that coats the spaghetti. Optional to top the pasta with more olive oil, goat cheese or Parmesan cheese, and fresh or dry basil leaves.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or olive oil to prevent the pasta from drying out.

Feel free to add any grilled meat or tofu for protein.

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