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Homemade Spaghettios

Recreate a nostalgic bowl of Spaghettios at home with fresh ingredients and no preservatives, loaded with flavor and easy to customize.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh for best flavor.
Sauce Components
  • 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional) For a cheesy flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar (optional) Adjust to taste.
  • 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Final Touches
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened dairy-free milk or cream For creaminess.
  • 1 cup small pasta rings (or ditalini) Substitute with any small pasta shape.
  • 1/2 cup cooked lentils or vegan meat crumbles (optional) For added protein.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the tomato sauce, water, tomato paste, nutritional yeast, salt, sugar (if using), onion powder, and garlic powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  2. Add the small pasta rings and stir to combine. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened (about 10-12 minutes).
  3. Stir in the unsweetened dairy-free milk or cream to enrich the sauce.
  4. If desired, add the cooked lentils or vegan crumbles and heat everything through.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.

Notes

Serve garnished with fresh basil or parsley. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add a splash of water or milk when reheating if sauce thickens.
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