The Best Spaghetti Ever
Dive into pure comfort food bliss with *The Best Spaghetti Ever*! This irresistible recipe combines perfectly al dente spaghetti with a rich, hearty ground beef and tomato sauce that's bursting with flavor. Sautéed sweet onions and garlic form the savory base, while dried oregano, basil, and a touch of red chili flakes add layers of aromatic seasoning. A hint of sugar balances the tanginess of the crushed tomatoes, creating a velvety sauce that simmers to perfection. Topped with freshly chopped parsley and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, this classic Italian-inspired dish is simple yet satisfying. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners, this spaghetti recipe is destined to become your go-to family favorite. Serve with crusty garlic bread and a side salad for a complete meal that truly lives up to its name!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 500 grams ground beef
- 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 20 grams fresh parsley
- 50 grams, grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 4 liters (for boiling pasta) water
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
Bring 4 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions (usually 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through (approximately 6-8 minutes). Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, combining them thoroughly with the beef mixture.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes, granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. If it is too thick, you can add a small splash of water to reach your desired consistency.
Chop the fresh parsley and stir half of it into the sauce just before serving.
Divide the cooked spaghetti onto plates and spoon the sauce generously on top.
Sprinkle each plate with the remaining fresh parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious spaghetti meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.2 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 2790 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 858 mg | 18% | |
*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.
