Pre-Run

Classic Marinara Spaghetti

Name: Classic Marinara Spaghetti
Prep time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium sweet onion, diced; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cans (28 oz / 796 ml each) crushed tomatoes; 2 bay leaves; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 cup (125 ml) fresh basil leaves, finely chopped; 1 tsp fine sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 400 g spaghetti; Salt for pasta water

A simple, carb-rich pasta built for the night before a long run or race. The garlic-basil marinara is light on fat and fiber, making it easy to digest while loading your glycogen stores for tomorrow's effort.

45 minPrep time

4 servingsServings

82gCarbs

16gProtein

⏱A classic carb-loading meal for the evening before a long run or race. The high-carb, low-fiber pasta tops off your glycogen stores while the light marinara keeps fat low for easy digestion.

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and cook for 4-5 minutes until the onion is softened.

Stir in the crushed tomatoes with their juices, bay leaves, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for at least 30 minutes until the sauce thickens and reduces by about one-third. Discard the bay leaves.

If you prefer a smooth sauce, blend with an immersion blender. Otherwise, leave it chunky.

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Pasta

Cook spaghetti in well-salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and toss with the marinara sauce.

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