Description
A classic spaghetti recipe made with tender ground beef and a rich tomato sauce. It’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara or pasta sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
- Pour in marinara sauce and add red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil on top.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add a splash of red wine while the sauce simmers. You can also add chopped mushrooms or bell peppers to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: spaghetti, ground beef, pasta, easy dinner, meat sauce