Here’s a classic Homemade Spaghetti recipe, including both the pasta and a simple, flavorful sauce:
Ingredients (serves 4)
For the pasta (optional if making fresh):
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
For the sauce:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, pork, or Italian sausage (or a mix)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz / 800 g) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional, for richness)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
For serving:
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
1. Make the pasta (optional)
- On a clean surface, form a mound with the flour. Make a well in the center and add eggs, salt, and olive oil.
- Gradually mix flour into the eggs, kneading until smooth and elastic (about 8–10 minutes).
- Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough into thin sheets and cut into spaghetti strands using a pasta cutter or knife.
- Boil in salted water for 2–4 minutes until al dente. Fresh pasta cooks much faster than dried.
2. Make the sauce
- In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté onion until soft, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar.
- Simmer for 20–30 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Combine and serve
- Drain the cooked pasta and toss with the sauce, or serve sauce over a bed of pasta.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
💡 Tips:
- For a richer sauce, add a splash of red wine while simmering.
- You can also add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini for extra flavor.
- Fresh pasta cooks very quickly—watch it closely to avoid overcooking.
If you want, I can give a super quick 20-minute version using store-bought spaghetti that still tastes homemade and flavorful.
Do you want that quick version?
