Old-School Spaghetti

Old-School Spaghetti

Introduction

There’s something wonderfully comforting about a big plate of old-school spaghetti. This classic recipe brings back the flavors of family dinners, cozy kitchens, and simple ingredients simmered together to create something unforgettable. A rich tomato sauce, seasoned ground beef, fragrant garlic, and tender spaghetti noodles come together in a dish that’s hearty, satisfying, and timeless. It’s the kind of meal that fills the house with delicious aromas and gathers everyone around the table. Best of all, it’s easy to make and tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

For the Spaghetti

• 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti pasta
• 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)

For the Meat Sauce

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (about 100 g / 3.5 oz)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 9 g)
• 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz / 800 g)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste (30 g / 1 oz)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil (1 g)
• ½ teaspoon salt (3 g)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• ½ cup water or beef broth (120 ml)

For Serving

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g / 1.8 oz)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil, chopped (8 g)

Instructions