Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Dive into the comforting flavors of a homemade classic with this **Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce** recipe. Featuring tender spaghetti enveloped in a rich, savory sauce made with perfectly seasoned ground beef, sweet crushed tomatoes, and fragrant herbs like oregano and basil, this dish is a timeless favorite. The addition of tomato paste creates a deep, robust base, while a touch of sugar balances the acidity, giving the sauce a perfectly rounded flavor. Quick to prepare and simmered to perfection, this recipe is an ideal choice for a hearty family dinner or a cozy weeknight comfort meal. Top it off with freshly chopped parsley and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan for a restaurant-worthy finish. Easy, flavorful, and family-friendly, this dish delivers authentic Italian vibes in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 lb ground beef
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the onion and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the pan. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the pan, if needed, and reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, reserving a little for garnish if desired.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Serve hot, garnished with the reserved parsley and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.6 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.3 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2260 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.4 g | ||
| Protein | 114.2 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 733 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 3506 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
