Ricco's Spaghetti With Meat Sauce Recipe
Make Ricco's Spaghetti 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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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 Spaghetti
Add 400g of spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Making the Meat Sauce
- 4
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped medium onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Cook Ground Beef
Add 500g of ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in 800g of crushed tomatoes and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Then add 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Also, add 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. Mix well.
- 7
Simmer Sauce
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the meat sauce. Toss until the spaghetti is evenly coated in the sauce.
- 9
Serve
Serve the spaghetti with meat sauce on plates or bowls. Top with 50g of grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves.