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SpaghettiOs

Easy Homemade SpaghettiOs for a Cozy Dinner Delight

Enjoy this homemade version of SpaghettiOs, bringing comfort and nostalgia to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil or butter if needed.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Adjust or omit based on personal preference.
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Use cayenne pepper for more spice or skip for a sweeter sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Do not skip for the best results!
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used as a substitution.
  • 1 dash Black Pepper Feel free to adjust to your taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can also work.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be omitted for a sugar-free version.
  • 2 cups Water Acts as the cooking liquid.
  • 2 cubes Bouillon Cubes Use vegetable bouillon for a vegetarian option.
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Anellini Pasta Ditalini or any small pasta works well as alternatives.
For the Creaminess
  • 0.5 cup Pecorino Romano Cheese Substitute with grated Parmesan or a vegan cheese alternative.

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a cold saucepan, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil along with 2 cloves of minced garlic. Heat over low heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Increase the heat to medium and add a pinch of red pepper flakes, followed by 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and a dash of black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and, if using, 1 teaspoon of sugar. Next, pour in 2 cups of water along with 2 bouillon cubes. Bring to a full boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and add 1 cup of anellini pasta. Simmer uncovered for 12-16 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup of grated Pecorino Romano cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, taste as you go to adjust flavors to your preference.

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