A delicious and hearty spaghetti sauce made with ground beef, perfect for serving over pasta.
Author:Isabella
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. For a richer flavor, simmer for up to 1 hour.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If using, stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.
Serve over cooked spaghetti and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine to the sauce while it simmers.
To make it a bit spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.