Dad's Pasta

Savor the comforting flavors of "Dad's Pasta," a hearty and soul-warming classic that brings the taste of home to your table. This easy spaghetti recipe features a rich, savory meat sauce made with ground beef, aromatic garlic, and onions, simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a blend of herbs like oregano and basil. A touch of sugar and red pepper flakes balances the sauce with a hint of sweetness and spice, while freshly grated parmesan and vibrant parsley add the perfect finishing touch. Ideal for family dinners, this quick recipe comes together in just 50 minutes and pairs beautifully with crusty garlic bread or a crisp salad. Experience the ultimate in comfort food with this timeless, crowd-pleasing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 500 grams ground beef
• 800 grams crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 50 grams parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 100 milliliters water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic and dice the onion. Add them to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Add the water and stir well to combine.

Step 6

Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.

Step 7

Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, ensuring every strand is well-coated.

Step 8

Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Top each portion with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy with a side of crusty garlic bread or a fresh salad, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2069.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2597.0

Total Fat 150.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 376.3mg	0%
Sodium 3117.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.3g
Protein 134.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 767.0mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 3699.2mg	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: 51.3%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 28.5%