{"id":6098,"date":"2026-06-22T14:44:04","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T14:44:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=6098"},"modified":"2026-06-22T14:44:04","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T14:44:04","slug":"spaghetti-meat-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/22\/spaghetti-meat-sauce\/","title":{"rendered":"Spaghetti Meat Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spaghetti Meat Sauce<\/strong><\/h1>\n

This rich, hearty spaghetti meat sauce is packed with flavor and perfect for a comforting family dinner. It\u2019s meaty, savory, and tastes even better the next day!<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n
    \n
  • 2 lbs ground chuck<\/li>\n
  • 1 can diced tomatoes<\/li>\n
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes<\/li>\n
  • 2 cans tomato sauce<\/li>\n
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n
  • 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)<\/em><\/li>\n
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)<\/em><\/li>\n
  • 1\/4 cup tomato paste (optional for a thicker sauce)<\/em><\/li>\n
  • 1 package spaghetti<\/li>\n
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving<\/li>\n
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    1. Cook the meat<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground chuck and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.<\/p>\n

    2. Add onion and garlic<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Add the chopped onion and cook for 3\u20134 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/p>\n

    3. Build the sauce<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Add the diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste if using. Stir well to combine.<\/p>\n

    4. Season<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Add salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and sugar if desired. Mix everything together.<\/p>\n

    5. Simmer<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 30\u201345 minutes<\/strong>, stirring occasionally, until thick, rich, and full of flavor. If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of water.<\/p>\n

    6. Cook the spaghetti<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    While the sauce simmers, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.<\/p>\n

    7. Serve<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Plate the spaghetti and spoon the meat sauce generously over the top. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired.<\/p>\n

    Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n
      \n
    • For even deeper flavor, let the sauce simmer for up to 1 hour<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • You can make it ahead \u2014 it tastes even better the next day.<\/li>\n
    • Serve with garlic bread and a side salad for a full meal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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