Looking for a quick and satisfying meal for a busy weeknight? Say goodbye to store-bought sauce and try this easy and delicious homemade spaghetti with meat sauce. It's a comforting classic that will leave your family asking for seconds.
1 pound spaghetti
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 shallot, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 pound lean ground beef (90% or leaner)
1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
Quality ingredients: Opt for high-quality ingredients, such as fresh garlic, shallots, lean ground beef, and crushed tomatoes, to ensure maximum flavor in your sauce.
Al dente pasta: Cook the spaghetti until it is al dente, which means it should be tender yet still slightly firm when bitten. This will prevent the pasta from becoming overly soft or mushy when mixed with the sauce.
Seasoning and flavors: Taste the sauce as it simmers and adjust the seasoning to your preference. You can add additional herbs like basil or oregano, or even a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Let the sauce simmer: Allowing the sauce to simmer for 15-20 minutes helps the flavors meld together and intensify. It also gives the sauce a chance to thicken slightly.
Garnish with fresh herbs: Just before serving, sprinkle some fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley over the spaghetti and sauce. The vibrant color and fresh flavor will add a lovely finishing touch.
Presentation: When serving, place the cooked spaghetti on individual plates and spoon the sauce generously over the top. This not only creates an appealing presentation but also allows each person to customize the amount of sauce they prefer.
Parmesan cheese: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over each plate of spaghetti for added richness and a burst of savory flavor.
Pair with a side dish: Consider serving the spaghetti with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad to complete the meal.
Leftovers: If you have leftovers, store the spaghetti and sauce separately to prevent the pasta from absorbing all the sauce. When reheating, warm the sauce separately and then combine it with the pasta for the best texture and flavor.
8 servings per container
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories |
389 |
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% Daily Value* | ||
Total Fat 9 g | 14 % | |
Saturated Fat 3 g | 15 % | |
Trans Fat O g | ||
Cholesterol 48 mg | 16 % | |
Sodium 416 mg | 18 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 48 mg | 16 % | |
Dietary Fiber 9 g | 32 % | |
Total Sugars 6 g | ||
includes 0 g Added Sugards | 0 % | |
Protein 28 g |
Vitamin D 0 mcg | 0 % | |
Calcium 134 mg | 10 % | |
Iron 5 mg | 28 % | |
Potassium 709 mg | 15 % |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much of a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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