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Quick + easy dinners ✨

Spaghetti and salad #mammaericam #easydinner

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When it comes to quick and easy dinners, spaghetti combined with a fresh salad is a classic go-to for many families, including myself. One great tip I've found is to keep your pantry stocked with essential ingredients like pasta, olive oil, garlic, and canned tomatoes. This way, you can whip up a comforting spaghetti dish in under 20 minutes without much hassle. For the salad, I usually keep some fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a simple vinaigrette ready in the fridge. This not only saves time but adds a refreshing component to the meal, balancing the heartiness of the pasta. Sometimes I add nuts or cheese on top to elevate the flavors. Also, experimenting with different spaghetti sauces, like a quick garlic and olive oil base or a spicy arrabbiata, can keep these dinners from becoming monotonous. From my own experience, involving family members in preparing these quick meals makes dinner time more fun and stress-free. Overall, spaghetti with a side salad is a versatile, nutritious, and speedy dinner choice that fits perfectly into busy schedules while still treating your taste buds well.

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