Spaghetti with house-style minced meat sauce is a comfort food classic! Here’s a simple recipe to get that rich, flavorful sauce that will make your spaghetti unforgettable:
Ingredients:
For the sauce:
1 lb (450g) ground beef or pork (or a mix)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup red wine (optional, for deeper flavor)
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
For the spaghetti:
1 lb (450g) spaghetti
Salt (for the pasta water)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
Cook the spaghetti:
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