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
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 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.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the spaghetti topped with the meat sauce. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil leaves.
- Enjoy the deliciousness!
