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28 Satisfying Spaghetti Recipes You'll Make Again and Again

Updated on February 15, 2024

Whether you’re sticking to a traditional take or getting saucy with a bold new twist, spaghetti is always a crowd-pleaser.

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Our Best Ideas for Spaghetti

There’s nothing like a hearty bowl of al dente pasta, paired with exactly the right sauce (except maybe all the delicious things you can do with leftover cooked pasta!). When it comes to spaghetti, Bolognese is a classic but these long, thin noodles do especially well with lighter sauces too — ones that evenly coat the strands without weighing them down, like pesto, tomato and even creamy Alfredo sauce. Not sure where to start? This recipe relies on a simple, homemade tomato sauce and adds a tried-and-true favorite: meatballs.

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Espaguetis Dominicanos

When we talk about quick and simple recipes, spaghetti is always at the top of the list. The Dominican version of this delicious pasta dish is made with a tomato-based sofrito sauce and Dominican salami for an inexpensive source of protein. The affordable nature of this dish makes it a popular option for large gatherings. Dominicans are even known for making large pots, called empaguetadas, to bring on group trips to the beach, el río (the river), or the lake, a tradition that makes spaghetti the ultimate dish for fun, love, and bonding. Serve with bread, plátanos fritos, and ensalada verde.

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Spaghetti Aglio E Olio

Ina’s spaghetti uses simple ingredients you most definitely have in the pantry, which makes it easy to whip up a satisfying meal in record time!

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Mama Lorna’s Filipino Spaghetti

Chef Jerome Grant says, "In our three-child household, pasta nights are always a hit, but nothing hits a homerun like my mom’s Filipino spaghetti. This delicious dish brings a nostalgic twist of my childhood to a classic pasta dish by introducing two classic Asian staples: banana ketchup and Chinese sausage. The sweetness of the ketchup and the candy-like sausage wheels complement the acidity of the tomatoes and the nuttiness of the cheese, creating an instant favorite for palates of all ages. I particularly enjoy cooking this dish with my 2-year-old daughter!"

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