Gluten-Free Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this Gluten-Free Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. This recipe transforms the timeless Italian favorite into a gluten-free masterpiece by using tender gluten-free spaghetti that pairs perfectly with a rich, savory meat sauce. Made with browned ground beef, fragrant garlic and onion, creamy tomato paste, and crushed tomatoes simmered with a medley of dried herbs, this sauce delivers incredible depth of flavor in every bite. Optional toppings like freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant basil add texture and color, while red pepper flakes offer a customizable hint of spice. Ready in under an hour, this dish is ideal for anyone seeking a gluten-free meal without sacrificing the classic taste of spaghetti night.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Gluten-Free Spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- 28 ounces Canned Crushed Tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated (optional)
- 0.25 cup Fresh Basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gluten-free spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, mixing well to coat the beef evenly.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the meat mixture.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until thickened and flavors melded.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the meat sauce, tossing gently to combine until the spaghetti is well coated with the sauce.
Serve hot, with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil on top for garnish, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.2 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.6 g | 293% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 5487 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.0 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 147.4 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1703 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 4677 mg | 100% | |
*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.
