Authentic Italian Spaghetti Meat Sauce Recipe
There's nothing quite like a hearty bowl of spaghetti with meat sauce to satisfy your cravings for Italian comfort food. Whether you're looking for a delicious weeknight dinner or planning a special occasion meal, this authentic Italian spaghetti meat sauce recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound spaghetti
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Before getting started on the sauce, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the spaghetti.
Instructions:
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef, ground pork, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion is tender.
- Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper to the saucepan.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and let the sauce cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until it is al dente.
- Drain the spaghetti and divide it among serving bowls.
- Spoon the meat sauce over the spaghetti and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
Enjoy your delicious and authentic Italian spaghetti meat sauce!
Variations:
Feel free to adjust this recipe to your liking. Here are some variations you can try:
- Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef and pork for a lighter version of the sauce.
- Add some red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for a more vibrant flavor.
- Experiment with different types of pasta such as penne or fettuccine.
Don't be afraid to get creative and make this recipe your own!
