Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef

Transform your pasta nights with this rich and hearty Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef recipe—perfectly crafted to wrap every strand of spaghetti in robust, homemade flavor. This classic sauce begins with sautéed onions and garlic, infused with aromatic olive oil, before welcoming savory ground beef browned to perfection. Simmered with a tantalizing blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano and basil, this sauce achieves a depth of flavor in just under an hour. A hint of sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes, while a light kick from red pepper flakes adds subtle heat. Finished with fresh parsley and served over your favorite pasta, this family-friendly recipe is an easy, comforting choice for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Burst with the keywords "spaghetti sauce with ground beef," "homemade pasta sauce," and "family dinner ideas" to make this dish your go-to crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 8 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 6

Mix in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add oregano, basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 11

Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti or your choice of pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1688.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1714.9

Total Fat 122.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 313.1mg	0%
Sodium 3695.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 46.1g
Protein 90.0g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 380.3mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 4105.5mg	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: 63.0%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 16.5%