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Ingredients
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Pasta
Veal Sauce
Garlic Bread
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Once the water is boiling, add 400g of spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Veal Sauce Preparation
- 3
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped medium onion and 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Cook Veal
Add 500g of ground veal to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in 400g of canned crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 6
Finish with Basil
Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil just before serving.
Garlic Bread Preparation
- 7
Prepare Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix 100g of softened butter, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley until well combined.
- 8
- 9
Toast Bread
Place the baguette halves under a broiler for about 3-5 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Watch closely to avoid burning.
