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Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

A classic dish that melds the savory richness of beef with the bright notes of tomato, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 12 oz Spaghetti Use any preferred pasta shape.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef Lean ground beef is recommended.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes Use high-quality tomatoes for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste Adds thickness to the sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning Dried blend of herbs.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, for topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.
  4. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Serve meat sauce over spaghetti and top with parmesan cheese.

Notes

Enhance flavor with red pepper flakes or customize the sauce with vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini. Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad.