Delicious Spaghetti with Flavorful Meat Sauce

Indulge in the richness of Mariu's Spaghetti with Meat Sauce. This classic American recipe combines perfectly cooked spaghetti with a mouthwatering meat sauce infused with aromatic herbs and spices. The result is a comforting and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. The recipe is easy to follow and will be ready in no time. Serve it as a hearty weeknight dinner or impress your guests with this crowd-pleasing delight.

Ingredients

• 1 pound spaghetti
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
• 1 can tomato sauce (15 ounces)
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Parmesan cheese, grated for serving
• Fresh basil leaves, chopped for garnish

Directions

1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve the spaghetti topped with the meat sauce. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil leaves.
7. Enjoy the deliciousness!

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