Audrey Hepburn's Favorite Spaghetti Al Pomodoro

Step 1

Peel and dice the small onion, garlic, carrots, celery and put into a large pot.

Step 2

Add 2 large cans of Italian pelati [prepeeled roma tomatoes].

Step 3

Add 1/2 of the bunch of basil with leaves left whole.

Step 4

Add a long drizzle of olive oil.

Step 5

Simmer on low for 45 minutes.

Step 6

Turn off heat and let it rest at least 15 minutes.

Step 7

Cook one package of spaghetti noodles [or angel hair] until al dente [with still a bit of a snap at the core].

Step 8

Place pasta on large serving bowl or plate.

Step 9

Pour sauce over.

Step 10

Cut carefully the other 1/2 of basil and sprinkle over the sauce and pasta with lots of freshly grated parmagiana reggiano cheese.