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Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

30 min4 servings๐Ÿณ 2 pansPicky-eater safe bet: plain noodles$12.00640 cal ยท 33g proteinkept by 3 families

Ingredients

  • ground beef1 lb
  • spaghetti1 lb
  • yellow onion1 count
  • garlic3 cloves
  • crushed tomatoes1 can
  • tomato paste2 tbsp
  • Italian seasoning2 tsp
  • grated Parmesan cheeseยฝ cup
  • olive oil1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.

  2. 2

    In a skillet with oil over medium-high heat, cook diced onion 3 minutes, then add the beef and brown 6-7 minutes; drain. Add minced garlic and tomato paste for 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer 15 minutes, stirring now and then. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Cook the spaghetti per the package, reserve 1/2 cup water, and drain. Toss the pasta with sauce, loosening with pasta water if needed.

  5. 5

    Serve with Parmesan on top.

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