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Old School Spaghetti

A classic, hearty spaghetti dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings. Customize it to suit your taste!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20)
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 package spaghetti noodles
  • 1 jar your favorite tomato sauce
  • to taste grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Can be added on top when serving.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Season the beef with salt and black pepper. Mix well.
  • Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Combining

  • Combine the cooked spaghetti with the beef and add your favorite tomato sauce. Stir to combine and heat through.

Serving

  • Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with mushrooms or lentils. Fresh herbs like basil or oregano can enhance flavor. You can also add chopped onions or bell peppers while cooking the beef for extra flavor.
Keyword Family Recipe, Ground Beef, pasta, Spaghetti, Tomato sauce