Ah, the secret spaghetti sauce recipe! Here’s a classic recipe that’s sure to impress:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (or a mixture of beef and pork)
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- Cooked spaghetti or pasta of your choice
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
- Once the meat is browned, add crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet, stirring well to combine.
- Stir in dried oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, add a tablespoon of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Stir well to combine.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer, uncovered, for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally.
- While the sauce is simmering, cook spaghetti or your preferred pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Once the sauce has simmered and thickened to your desired consistency, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the spaghetti topped with the sauce. Garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
Enjoy your delicious homemade spaghetti with this top-secret sauce! Remember, the real secret is in the love you put into making it. Buon appetito!
