Classic Spaghetti with Ground Meat

Savor the comforting flavors of this Classic Spaghetti with Ground Meat, a hearty Italian-inspired dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a rich, savory meat sauce made with seasoned ground beef, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of simplicity and flavor. A hint of sugar enhances the tomatoes' natural sweetness, while freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant chopped basil provide the perfect finishing touches. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, this crowd-pleasing pasta is an easy yet satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad. Whether you're serving this as a casual weeknight dinner or a meal to impress, this classic dish will quickly become a favorite in your rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 500 grams ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 800 grams (canned) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste black pepper
• 0 grated, for serving Parmesan cheese
• 0 chopped, for garnish fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

If the sauce becomes too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.

Step 9

Toss the cooked spaghetti with a portion of the meat sauce to coat. Serve additional sauce over top as desired.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1374.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2337.1

Total Fat 134.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 346.0mg	0%
Sodium 2748.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 113.9g	0%

Vitamin D 31.0IU	0%
Calcium 256.7mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 2232.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 28.3%