Fazoli's Style Spaghetti with Garlic Herb Tomato Sauce
Classic spaghetti noodles tossed in a garlicky tomato sauce infused with Italian herbs, inspired by popular fast-casual flavors from Oklahoma City. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs spaghetti pasta, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 5, minced garlic cloves
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup, sliced fresh basil leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti pasta and cook for 9-11 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large saucepan, heat 3 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Stir in a 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer gently for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld.
- Step 4: Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, stirring well to coat. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Step 5: Serve topped with 1/4 cup sliced fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fazoli's Style Spaghetti with Garlic Herb Tomato Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Fazoli's Style Spaghetti with Garlic Herb Tomato Sauce?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fazoli's Style Spaghetti with Garlic Herb Tomato Sauce?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Fazoli's Style Spaghetti with Garlic Herb Tomato Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Fazoli's Style Spaghetti with Garlic Herb Tomato Sauce?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
