Old-School Spaghetti: 7 Tips for a Perfectly Nostalgic Meal
A classic spaghetti recipe that takes you back to childhood. Simple, comforting, and delicious!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Spaghetti
- 1 lb Ground Beef Lean ground beef recommended
- 1 cup Chopped Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes
- 15 oz Tomato Sauce
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 0.5 tsp Dried Basil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or pot, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve spaghetti topped with the meat sauce. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the sauce. You can also add other vegetables, such as chopped bell peppers or mushrooms.