Audrey Hepburn S Favorite Spaghetti Al Pomodoro Recipe

Ingredients for Audrey Hepburn S Favorite Spaghetti Al Pomodoro

• Onion
• Garlic Cloves
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• Roma Tomatoes
• Fresh Basil
• Virgin Olive Oil
• Spaghetti Noodles
• Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Audrey Hepburn S Favorite Spaghetti Al Pomodoro

1. Finely dice 1 small onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 cup chopped carrots, and 1/2 cup chopped celery. Add to a large pot.
2. Add 2 (28-ounce) cans of Italian pelati (peeled Roma tomatoes).
3. Add half (about 1/4 cup packed) of a bunch of fresh basil leaves, leaving them whole.
4. Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
5. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Turn off the heat and let the sauce rest for at least 15 minutes.
7. While the sauce simmers, cook 1 pound of spaghetti (or angel hair pasta) according to package directions until al dente.
8. Drain the pasta and add it to a large serving bowl or platter.
9. Pour the sauce over the pasta.
10. Finely chop the remaining half of the basil and sprinkle it over the pasta along with generously grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.