Classic Old-School Spaghetti with Ground Beef

Classic Old-School Spaghetti with Ground Beef

This hearty spaghetti dish is a timeless classic that brings back memories of cozy family dinners. Simple ingredients, slow-simmered flavors, and that rich, meaty tomato sauce make it a comfort food favorite. This long-form version is optimized for Google (great for CTR and RPM) and packed with helpful tips!

Ingredients:

For the Spaghetti:

• 1 lb (450g) spaghetti noodles
• Salt for boiling water
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Meat Sauce:

• 1 lb (500g) ground beef (you can mix with ground pork for extra flavor)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 28 oz (800g) crushed tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 bay leaf (optional)
• 1/4 cup water or beef broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For Serving:

• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley leaves (optional)

Instructions:

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