With Meat Sauce Recipe
Make With Meat Sauce Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meat Sauce
Pasta
Garnish
Method
Meat Sauce Preparation
- 1
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- 2
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. If using, pour in the red wine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 4
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce thickens too much, add a little water or broth.
Pasta Cooking
- 5
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt to taste.
- 6
Cook the Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 7
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Serving
- 8
Combine and Serve
In a large serving bowl, combine the drained spaghetti with the meat sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.
