Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Recipe
One evening, I needed to make a quick dinner that would satisfy the whole family. I had ground beef in the fridge, canned tomatoes in the pantry, and a box of spaghetti on the shelf. So, I put everything together and made a simple meat sauce. It turned out so good that now it’s a regular meal in my home.This spaghetti with meat sauce recipe is easy, hearty, and packed with flavor. It’s one of those dishes that always hits the spot, whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend meal. Plus, it’s simple enough to make from scratch without much effort.
Equipment
- Large pot for pasta
- Large skillet or saucepan for sauce
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for spice
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions.
- Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned (about 5–7 minutes).
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste.
- Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, or serve the sauce on top.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.