Classic Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef
A rich and hearty homemade spaghetti sauce with ground beef that’s perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve over cooked spaghetti, garnished with fresh parsley or Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the sauce simmer longer. You can also make a large batch and freeze portions for future use.
