One-Pot Meaty Spaghetti
I used to help my mom make this when I was growing up, and the recipe stuck. It was a beloved comfort food at college, and is now a weeknight staple for my fiance and me. —Kristin Michalenko, Seattle, Washington
Ingredients
- 1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti, broken in half
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Additional chopped parsley
Reviews
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I love one pot meals! When I’m tired but I still need to get dinner on the table for my family, this is perfect. It doesn’t make a huge mess since it’s only one pot, and it’s quick and easy, not to mention delicious. Everyone enjoyed it along with some garlic bread. It makes a lot, so I didn’t have to cook the next day. We all enjoyed the leftovers too! I highly recommend you use freshly grated Parmesan cheese, not the stuff in the green container. I actually used freshly grated Asiago and put extra on the table to put on top of individual servings. Can’t have too much cheese!
I love this recipe. Sometimes I use a pound of Italian sausage or less beef, depending on what I have on hand. So glad Kristin shared!
Been making spaghetti like this for years. I add a bit of spaghetti sauce instead of sugar to add a bit of sweetness to counter the acid of the tomatoes. I don't like my sauces very sweet. I add a lot more basil and oregano, about a tablespoon of each and I add a teaspoon of Italian spices too. I like mine a bit more "spicy". Let it as long as you can. The sauce gets better the longer it sits!
Really liked this. Quick and easy weeknight meal, and a nice alternative to a jar of sauce.
I have tried many different recipes for homemade pasta sauce and considering how easy this one is it is at the top of the list. I made the sauce, ran some errands and then was able to come home, reheat the sauce and add the pasta. Will definitely be making this again!