Here’s a classic, comforting Beef Spaghetti recipe—rich, hearty, and perfect for weeknight dinners:
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz / 680 g) jar spaghetti sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz / 410 g) can diced tomatoes (optional, for extra texture)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti noodles
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the beef:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté aromatics:
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the beef. Cook 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add sauce & seasoning:
- Stir in spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Combine & serve:
- Toss cooked spaghetti with the beef sauce, or serve sauce on top of the noodles.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
💡 Tips:
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- For extra richness, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a handful of shredded mozzarella before serving.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day—just reheat gently.
If you want, I can also give a Crockpot/slow cooker version where the beef sauce cooks all day and the spaghetti is added last—it makes it even more tender and flavorful. Do you want me to do that?
