Family Spaghetti & Meat Sauce Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the Spaghetti

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Prepare the Meat Sauce

   In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

3. 3

   Add Vegetables and Sauce Ingredients

   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.

4. 4

   Simmer the Sauce

   Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve the spaghetti topped with the meat sauce. Accompany with warm breadsticks.