Description
Spaghetti with meat sauce is the ultimate comfort food, combining rich flavors and hearty ingredients that come together in a delightful dish. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, offering a warm hug in every bite. With its savory meat sauce enveloping perfectly cooked spaghetti, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ground beef, cooking until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Toss the drained spaghetti with the sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the sauce simmer longer. Substitute ground turkey or add vegetables like bell peppers for variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on low heat.