Gluten Free Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce
A classic bowl of spaghetti with a rich, garlicky tomato sauce is one of those meals that feels like a warm hug, and this version absolutely delivers. The key here is using gluten-free spaghetti in place of traditional pasta — the rest of the recipe is naturally free of gluten, built entirely around pantry staples and fresh aromatics. San Marzano tomatoes, slowly simmered with sliced garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes, create a sauce that's deeply savory with just a hint of heat. Crushing the tomatoes by hand keeps the texture rustic and uneven, which means the sauce clings to every strand of pasta in the most satisfying way. Tossing the cooked noodles directly in the skillet with a splash of reserved pasta water is the move that ties everything together — it emulsifies the sauce and gives it that glossy, restaurant-quality finish. Torn fresh basil and a drizzle of good olive oil at the end add brightness that makes the whole dish feel effortlessly elevated. Whether you top it with a snowfall of Parmesan or keep it dairy-free, this is weeknight comfort food at its absolute best.
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4 servings
For the pasta
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled san marzano tomatoes
- ½ tsp sugar
- salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
For serving
- 1–2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing
- parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the kosher salt, then the spaghetti, and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente — tender with a slight resistance at the center, about 1–2 minutes less than the package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining. Drain the spaghetti through a colander and set aside.
- 2
While the pasta water heats, pour the canned tomatoes into a large bowl and crush them by hand, breaking them into rough, uneven pieces. Set aside.
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