Lil Shanny's Spaghetti

Dive into the comforting flavors of Lil Shanny's Spaghetti, a hearty, flavor-packed dish that transforms simple pantry staples into a show-stopping meal the whole family will love. This classic recipe starts with tender al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich, savory sauce made from perfectly browned ground beef, fragrant sautéed onions, and garlic. The sauce is slow-simmered with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of Italian herbs like oregano and basil, with a touch of sugar to balance the acidity. Finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan and optional fresh parsley, this irresistible dish pairs perfectly with crusty bread or a crisp salad. Ready in just 45 minutes, Lil Shanny's Spaghetti is the ultimate weeknight dinner hero that's as easy to make as it is to devour. Keywords: homemade spaghetti recipe, ground beef pasta sauce, family-friendly dinners, classic Italian-inspired pasta, quick weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 8

Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce until fully coated.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1926.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2434.8

Total Fat 126.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 361.1mg	0%
Sodium 4363.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 49.8g
Protein 131.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 805.8mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 4503.1mg	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: 45.4%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 33.6%