Description
One-Pot Spaghetti and Meat Sauce is the ultimate comfort meal, combining tender spaghetti with a rich, savory meat sauce that’s bursting with flavor. This easy recipe requires minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights. With every bite, you’ll savor the blend of herbs and spices that transport you to an Italian kitchen. Gather your friends and family around the table for a hearty dish that not only fills bellies but also creates lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 12 oz spaghetti (regular or whole wheat)
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and then add ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Add water to cover pasta, then stir in spaghetti. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until spaghetti is al dente.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg