Master "The Bear" Spaghetti: A Step-by-Step Recipe
The Bear spaghetti recipe has captured the hearts of many, transforming a simple dish into a cultural phenomenon. This recipe, inspired by the acclaimed show "The Bear," goes beyond traditional spaghetti making.
Ingredients
- 220 g about 8 oz spaghetti
- 80 ml about 1/3 cup high-quality olive oil
- 1 can 400g or 14 oz San Marzano tomatoes, hand-crushed
- 5 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- A handful of fresh basil leaves torn
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- Salt to taste
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
1. Cook the Spaghetti
- Step 1: Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a boil.
- Step 2: Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- Step 3: Reserve about a cup of pasta water for later use, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
2. Prepare the Sauce
- Step 4: While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Step 5: Add the sliced garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Step 6: Stir in the hand-crushed San Marzano tomatoes. Season with salt, according to taste.
- Step 7: Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until it thickens slightly. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can adjust the consistency by adding a little reserved pasta water.
3. Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Step 8: Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce in the skillet. Toss well to ensure the spaghetti is evenly coated with the sauce. If needed, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to help the sauce cling to the pasta.
- Step 9: Remove the skillet from heat. Add the torn basil leaves and toss again to distribute them throughout the pasta.
4. Serve
- Step 10: Serve the spaghetti hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
