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Old-Fashioned Spaghetti with Hearty Meat Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: Kate Walton
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

A nostalgic and satisfying dish made with a rich, hearty meat sauce and classic spaghetti. Perfect for family meals or gatherings.


Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

28 oz can crushed tomatoes

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp dried oregano

Salt and pepper, to taste

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup water or beef broth

12 oz spaghetti

Fresh parsley or basil (garnish)

Grated Parmesan cheese


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in tomatoes, paste, sugar, herbs, and broth. Season and simmer 30–45 mins.
  5. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain.
  6. Combine pasta with sauce. Garnish and serve hot.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dinner