Zesty Italian Beef Spaghetti
Bring the taste of Italy to your table with this flavorful and easy-to-make spaghetti recipe. Tender ground beef is cooked in a zesty tomato sauce, infused with aromatic Italian herbs and spices. Serve with al dente spaghetti noodles for a satisfying family dinner that's sure to please.
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz spaghetti noodles
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant and slightly golden.
- 2.
Crumble ground beef into the pot and cook until browned, stirring occasionally to break it up.
- 3.
Drain excess fat from the pot and return to medium heat. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 4.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 5.
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 6.
Serve the zesty Italian beef sauce over the cooked spaghetti noodles. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
- 7.
Enjoy this mouthwatering Zesty Italian Beef Spaghetti!
