Friday Recipe
Make Friday Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti 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 spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Sauté Onion and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- 5
Cook Ground Beef
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomato Sauce and Seasoning
Pour in the tomato sauce, and add salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- 8
Prepare for Serving
Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Garnishing
- 9
Serve
Plate the spaghetti, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.