Easy Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Recipe
This easy spaghetti with meat sauce is a classic Italian-American dinner that is sure to satisfy. It's packed with flavors and simple to prepare - perfect for a family meal.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef lean
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp dried basil
- 0.5 tsp salt to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper to taste
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated, for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in marinara sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Let simmer on low heat for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain the spaghetti and add to the skillet with the meat sauce. Toss to combine until spaghetti is evenly coated.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.