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Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Spaghetti Al Pomodoro Recipe

A taste of elegance! Recreate this simple yet sophisticated Spaghetti al Pomodoro recipe, inspired by Audrey Hepburn's son Sean's memoir, "Audrey Hepburn: An Elegant Spirit." This classic Italian dish features perfectly ripe tomatoes simmered with aromatic herbs and a touch of olive oil, creating a vibrant and flavorful sauce that complements perfectly cooked spaghetti. A true family favorite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 489.7 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Spaghetti Al Pomodoro

  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 2 (28-ounce) cans of Italian pelati (peeled Roma tomatoes)
  • 1 bunch fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • generously grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

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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.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

31g

Fat

24g

Carbs

22g

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Celebrity Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Lunch Main Dish Pasta Easy European Beginner Cook Kid Friendly Vegetarian Dietary One Dish Meal Toddler Friendly Pasta Rice And Grains Spaghetti Novelty 4 Hours Or Less