Dad's Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (14.5 oz.) cans diced tomatoes
• 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 lb. spaghetti, cooked according to package directions

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt and pepper and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Stir in Parmesan cheese and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Toss cooked spaghetti with sauce and serve.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is often served with garlic bread and a simple salad.
• The name “Dad’s Spaghetti” is believed to have originated in the 1970s in the United States.
• In Italy, it is known as “spaghetti alla puttanesca” which translates to “spaghetti in the style of a prostitute”.