Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChicago SpeakeasySpaghetti And Meat Sauce Or Tomato Sauce Recipe

Spaghetti And Meat Sauce Or Tomato Sauce Recipe

Inspired by Chicago Speakeasy
Time45m
Serves4

A generous portion of tender noodles with your choice of marinara sauce or rich meat sauce. Served with garlic bread.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Making Meat Sauce

  1. 2

    Prepare the Meat Sauce

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  2. 3

    Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

  3. 4

    Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Preparing Garlic Bread

  1. 5

    Make Garlic Bread

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the baguette in half lengthwise. In a bowl, mix softened butter, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Spread the mixture on the cut sides of the baguette.

  2. 6

    Place the baguette halves on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Dish

    Serve the cooked spaghetti topped with meat sauce or marinara sauce, alongside the garlic bread.

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