Spaghetti with Meat Sauce and Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible recipe for Spaghetti with Meat Sauce and Cheese. Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in a rich, hearty meat sauce made with savory ground beef, aromatic garlic, sweet onion, and a medley of Italian herbs like oregano and basil. The sauce is slow-simmered to perfection, creating a deep, satisfying flavor that clings to every strand of pasta. To take this classic dish to the next level, it’s baked under a luscious blanket of melted Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until bubbly and golden. This family-friendly recipe is easy to prepare, with a total cook time of under an hour, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Pair it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete and comforting Italian-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 500 grams ground beef
- 800 grams canned tomato puree
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 100 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
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 cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. This should take about 8 minutes.
Once the meat is browned, stir in the canned tomato puree, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
Preheat your oven's broiler.
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce until well combined. Transfer to a large oven-safe baking dish.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the spaghetti, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Place the dish under the broiler until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
814 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.4 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 123 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1198 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 47.5 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 536 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1325 mg | 28% | |
*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.
