{"id":97243,"date":"2025-07-21T07:47:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:47:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/21\/easy-margherita-spaghetti-with-fresh-tomatoes-basil\/"},"modified":"2025-07-21T07:47:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:47:03","slug":"easy-margherita-spaghetti-with-fresh-tomatoes-basil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/21\/easy-margherita-spaghetti-with-fresh-tomatoes-basil\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Margherita Spaghetti with Fresh Tomatoes &#038; Basil"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"This easy Margherita Spaghetti is a light, fresh pasta dish made with simple ingredients like tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. Perfect for summer dinners, weeknights, or when you\u2019re craving Italian comfort without the heaviness!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"This easy Margherita Spaghetti is a light, fresh pasta dish made with simple ingredients like tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. Perfect for summer dinners, weeknights, or when you\u2019re craving Italian comfort without the heaviness!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201c<strong>pasta with tomato and basil<\/strong>.\u201d It\u2019s <strong>simple, fresh<\/strong>, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Plate of spaghetti margherita \" class=\"wp-image-307190\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Plate of spaghetti margherita \" class=\"wp-image-307190\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Why You\u2019ll Fall in Love at First Bite<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Big Flavor, Low Effort:<\/strong> A handful of ingredients, simple methods, and you\u2019ve got a restaurant worthy meal in no time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Meatless but Mighty:<\/strong> Even die hard meat fans will devour this one. It\u2019s fresh, hearty, and so filling without needing a single meatball.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheat and Repeat:<\/strong> The leftovers are\u00a0<em>chef\u2019s kiss<\/em>. Everything melds together, so lunch the next day tastes even better.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Summer on a Plate:<\/strong> With juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of good olive oil, every bite tastes like you\u2019re soaking up sun on an Italian patio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spaghetti-margherita-ingredients\">Spaghetti Margherita Ingredients<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-307290\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-307290\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IngredientsWithLabelsSpaghettiMargherita-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Best Tomatoes:<\/strong> Cherry, heirloom, or grape tomatoes work best. Ripe Roma tomatoes are fine too, just skip the big watery ones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Canned Tomatoes:<\/strong> You can use two 14.5 oz cans of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/petite-diced-tomatoes-good-gather\/-\/A-94669545?preselect=79359681#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">petite diced tomatoes<\/a> (not drained) in place of the cherry tomatoes. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Added Sugar:<\/strong> A pinch of sugar balances acidity and boosts flavor. Totally optional, and it won\u2019t make it taste sweet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dried Basil:<\/strong> Use 1 Tbsp dried basil if needed, but fresh really brings the best flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olive Oil:<\/strong> Stick with extra virgin olive oil. It adds rich, fruity flavor and holds up just fine with this recipe\u2019s gentle heat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-easy-spaghetti-margherita\">How to Make Easy Spaghetti Margherita<\/h2>\n<p>My spaghetti margherita pasta recipe comes together quickly and tastes like you\u2019ve been cooking all day. Whip up some of my favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/the-best-homemade-garlic-bread\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">garlic bread<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bruschetta\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">bruschetta<\/a> to get your at home Italian night started! Here\u2019s how to make it happen!<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Boil the Noodles:<\/strong> Cook the spaghetti\u00a0according to the instructions on the package until al dente. Drain and set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saut\u00e9 the Garlic:<\/strong> Add\u00a0the olive oil\u00a0to a large <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/rachael-ray-cucina-hard-anodized-14-34-open-skillet-with-helper-handle-cranberry-red\/-\/A-86482920#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">14-inch skillet<\/a> and heat over medium low heat. Once the oil is warm but not smoking, add\u00a0the garlic.\u00a0Cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant and sizzling, but not yet browning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook the Tomatoes:<\/strong> Add\u00a0the tomatoes, sugar,\u00a0salt, and pepper,\u00a0and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and can be easily smashed with the back of a spoon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the Basil and Noodles:<\/strong> Add\u00a0the basil\u00a0and the cooked noodles to the skillet and stir until the noodles are fully coated and heated through.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Cheese and Serve:<\/strong> Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in\u00a0the cheeses. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Garnish and Serve:<\/strong> Top your spaghetti margherita with additional grated cheese, fresh basil leaves, and a crack of black pepper before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"837\" data-id=\"307288\" alt=\"Spaghetti noodles cooking in a pot of water. \" class=\"wp-image-307288\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-1200x837.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-400x279.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-150x105.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-1200x837.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"837\" data-id=\"307288\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-1200x837.jpg\" alt=\"Spaghetti noodles cooking in a pot of water. \" class=\"wp-image-307288\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-1200x837.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-500x349.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-400x279.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-2-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"804\" data-id=\"307284\" alt=\"Extra virgin olive oil and garlic in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-307284\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1200x804.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-500x335.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-400x268.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-150x101.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1200x804.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"804\" data-id=\"307284\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1200x804.jpg\" alt=\"Extra virgin olive oil and garlic in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-307284\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1200x804.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-500x335.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-400x268.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-150x101.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"307286\" alt=\"Cherry tomatoes cooking in olive oil and garlic. \" class=\"wp-image-307286\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"307286\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Cherry tomatoes cooking in olive oil and garlic. \" class=\"wp-image-307286\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"797\" data-id=\"307285\" alt=\"Cooked pasta, and fresh basil added to the skillet with the tomatoes. \" class=\"wp-image-307285\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-1200x797.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-500x332.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-1200x797.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"797\" data-id=\"307285\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-1200x797.jpg\" alt=\"Cooked pasta, and fresh basil added to the skillet with the tomatoes. \" class=\"wp-image-307285\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-1200x797.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-500x332.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" data-id=\"307287\" alt=\"Cheese and all ingredients stirred together in the skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-307287\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-1200x801.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-1200x801.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" data-id=\"307287\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-1200x801.jpg\" alt=\"Cheese and all ingredients stirred together in the skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-307287\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-1200x801.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/SpaghettiMargherita-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" data-id=\"307191\" alt=\"Overhead shot of garnished spaghetti margherita in a skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-307191\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" data-id=\"307191\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead shot of garnished spaghetti margherita in a skillet. \" class=\"wp-image-307191\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti--150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-alyssa-s-pro-tip\">Alyssa\u2019s Pro Tip<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Grate Your Cheese:<\/strong> Skip the pre-shredded cheese, it won\u2019t melt as well as fresh. You can also add fresh mozzarella pearls to your spaghetti margherita for extra melty goodness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3.jpg&amp;description=Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"306732\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-306735\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"306735\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-3394362219\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-3394362219\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-306735-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-306735-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"306735\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-306735-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Cook <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">12 ounces uncooked spaghetti noodles<\/span> according to the instructions on the package until al dente. Drain and set aside. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-306735-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Meanwhile, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u2153 cup extra virgin olive oil<\/span> to a large 14-inch skillet and heat over medium-low heat. Once the oil is shimmering but not smoking, add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 tablespoons minced garlic<\/span> and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant and sizzling, but not yet browning. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-306735-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-3 wprm-block-text-bold\">4 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-6 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 \u00bd teaspoons granulated sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-5 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 teaspoon salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-7 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd teaspoon ground black pepper<\/span> and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft and can be easily smashed with the back of a spoon. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-306735-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-4 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd cup chopped fresh basil<\/span> and the cooked spaghetti noodles to the skillet and stir until the noodles are fully coated and heated through. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-306735-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-8 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 \u00bd cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese<\/span> and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-306735-9 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u2154 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese<\/span>.  Top with additional parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and a crack of black pepper before serving <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-306735-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"50\">Storage:<\/strong> Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or a skillet. <strong data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"177\">Don\u2019t freeze, <\/strong>the texture won\u2019t hold up.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-306735-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">471<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">49<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">19<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">22<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">30<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">750<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">412<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1210<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">15<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">304<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Plate of spaghetti margherita with a fork. \" class=\"wp-image-307189\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Plate of spaghetti margherita with a fork. \" class=\"wp-image-307189\" title=\"Spaghetti Margherita has been a family favorite since I was a kid, though we just called it \u201cpasta with tomato and basil.\u201d It\u2019s simple, fresh, and so full of flavor, even my meat-loving husband can\u2019t get enough!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spaghetti-margherita\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Simple Spaghetti Margherita\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/margarita-spaghetti-3-333x500.jpg 333w, 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