Spaghetti & Meat Sauce Recipe
Spaghetti topped with rich meat sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Meat Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until onion is translucent.
- 3
Brown the Beef
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Combine and Serve
Serve the meat sauce over the cooked spaghetti and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
