Spaghetti with Red Meat Sauce Recipe – Classic & Delicious

Prep Time: 10 minutes   |   Cook Time: 30 minutes   |   Total Time: 40 minutes   |   Servings: 4

If you're craving a hearty, comforting, and flavorful Italian-style meal, this Spaghetti with Red Meat Sauce is the perfect choice. Tender spaghetti tossed in a rich homemade tomato and minced meat sauce – it's a classic family favorite that's simple to make yet tastes like it came from your favorite Italian restaurant.

This easy spaghetti recipe features juicy minced beef cooked with onions, garlic, fresh tomatoes, and tomato paste, creating a thick and aromatic red sauce. It's budget-friendly, ready in under 40 minutes, and loved by both kids and adults. Whether for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend family meal, this dish never disappoints.

In this step-by-step guide, you'll learn how to make a delicious homemade meat sauce and perfectly cooked spaghetti that holds the sauce beautifully.

Ingredients

• 400g minced beef (ground beef)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 3 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
• 2–3 tablespoons tomato paste
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• A pinch of dried oregano (optional)
• 1 package spaghetti
• Vegetable oil or olive oil for cooking

Instructions

1. In a large pan over medium heat, add a little oil. Sauté the chopped onion for about 2 minutes until soft. Add the minced garlic and minced beef. Cook while stirring until the meat changes color and is no longer pink.
2. Season with black pepper and cook for another 2 minutes. Add salt, chopped tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

3. Cover the pan and let the sauce simmer on medium heat for about 10 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the sauce thickens. Stir occasionally.
4. Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
5. Once the meat sauce is ready, add a pinch of dried oregano if using, and adjust salt to taste. Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce and toss everything together gently until the pasta is well coated.

6. Serve immediately while hot. Garnish with grated cheese or fresh herbs if desired.

Tips for Success

• Use good quality minced beef for the best flavor.
• Don’t overcook the spaghetti – it should remain slightly firm (al dente).
• Let the sauce simmer gently to develop deeper flavor.
• You can add a splash of water if the sauce becomes too thick.
• For extra richness, add a tablespoon of butter at the end.
• This dish tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld.

Enjoy this classic and comforting Spaghetti with Red Meat Sauce – a quick, satisfying meal the whole family will love! 🍝🍅