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Spaghetti Sauce w/ Ground Beef: A Delicious Recipe Guide

A delicious and hearty spaghetti sauce made with ground beef, perfect for serving over pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  4. 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.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If using, stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.
  6. Serve over cooked spaghetti and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

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.

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