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Spaghetti With Meat Sauce

A cozy and comforting spaghetti dish with a rich, hearty meat sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet or saucepan for the meat sauce
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the ground meat. Brown the meat, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  4. Once the meat is browned, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
  5. Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Season with dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper, stirring well.
  6. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander.
  8. Add the drained spaghetti into the skillet with the meat sauce and toss to combine.

Notes

Serve with garlic bread and a simple salad for a complete meal.