Old School Spaghetti Magic: 7 Reasons It's Still a Hit!
A classic spaghetti recipe with a rich tomato sauce, perfect for a comforting family meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Spaghetti Use your favorite brand
- 1 lb Ground Beef Lean ground beef recommended
- 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup Onion Diced
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Dried Basil
- 1 tsp Salt To taste
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the spaghetti sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the sauce. You can also add other vegetables, such as mushrooms or bell peppers.