Pasta Meat Sauce Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add 400 grams of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Preparing the Meat Sauce
- 4
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped large onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- 5
Brown the Beef
Add 500 grams of ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in 400 grams of crushed canned tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well.
- 7
Simmer Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the meat sauce and toss gently to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- 9
Serve
Serve the pasta with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy your meal!