Pirate Pasta Recipe
Spaghetti with tomato meat sauce! Topped with Parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
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
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- 3
Cook the Meat
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for about 15 minutes.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss well to combine, allowing the pasta to absorb some of the sauce.
- 6
Serve
Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
