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One Pot Spaghetti

One Pot Spaghetti

This One Pot Spaghetti is a convenient and delicious meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. Lean ground beef, sweet onions, and garlic are combined with canned tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, along with Italian seasoning and spices, to create a flavorful sauce. Dried spaghetti noodles are cooked directly in the pot, absorbing all the flavors as they cook. Topped with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, it's a satisfying dish that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 sweet onion, diced
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
  • 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 3/4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 12 ounces dried spaghetti noodles
  • 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large Dutch Oven
  • Stirring Spoon
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

  1. Add the lean ground beef and diced sweet onion to a large Dutch oven over medium heat and cook until the beef is browned. Drain the grease.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  3. Stir in the canned tomato sauce, undrained canned diced tomatoes, and water. Add the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  4. Once boiling, break the dried spaghetti noodles in half and add them to the pot. Stir to submerge the noodles in the liquid.
  5. Return to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until the noodles are cooked through.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley over the top, then stir to combine.
  7. Serve the One Pot Spaghetti immediately.

Notes

This One Pot Spaghetti is a convenient and flavorful meal that requires minimal cleanup. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs to the sauce.