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Classic Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

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A timeless recipe for spaghetti with a rich, savory meat sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Add basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. For a richer flavor, simmer for 1-2 hours.
  4. While the sauce simmers, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain well.
  5. Serve the meat sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a leaner sauce, use ground turkey or a mixture of ground beef and pork.
  • Add a pinch of sugar to the sauce if it tastes too acidic.
  • You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the sauce.

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Keywords: spaghetti, meat sauce, pasta, Italian, classic, dinner, comfort food

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