Here’s a classic Homemade Spaghetti recipe — rich, comforting, and perfect for a family meal 🍝🍅
Homemade Spaghetti
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, pork, or a mix (optional)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
For the Spaghetti:
- 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti noodles
- Water and salt for boiling
Optional Garnishes:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Cook the Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté onion until soft, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Add ground meat (if using) and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Simmer on low heat 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
2. Cook the Spaghetti
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
3. Serve
- Plate spaghetti and top with the sauce.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Tips
- Richer flavor: Simmer sauce longer (up to 1 hour) for deeper flavor.
- Vegetable boost: Add diced carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the sauce.
- Make it ahead: Sauce can be made a day ahead — flavors deepen overnight.
If you want, I can also give a quick 30-minute homemade spaghetti recipe for busy weeknights that’s still full of flavor.
