Spaghetti Recipe
Topped with our homemade meat sauce or marinara.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meat Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add spaghetti to the boiling salted water. Cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes or until al dente.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Making Meat Sauce
- 4
Sauté Onion and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 5
Brown the Meat
Add 500g of ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serving
- 8
Combine and Serve
Serve the cooked spaghetti topped with the homemade meat sauce. Enjoy!