COOK TIME

40 mins

مكونات

1 lb (450g) Americana minced beef

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

2–3 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (14–15 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce

2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for richness)

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried basil

Salt and pepper to taste

Pinch of sugar (to balance acidity, optional)

Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the pasta:

12 oz–1 lb spaghetti

Salt (for pasta water)

Grated Parmesan (for serving)

Fresh basil or parsley (optional garnish)

Directions

خطوة 1

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

خطوة 2

Make the beef sauce:

خطوة 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

خطوة 4

Add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3–5 minutes.

خطوة 5

Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

خطوة 6

Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.

خطوة 7

Stir in tomato paste (if using), cook for 1 minute.

خطوة 8

Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar.

خطوة 9

Simmer on low heat for 10–20 minutes. Add reserved pasta water if sauce gets too thick.

خطوة 10

Toss the cooked spaghetti with the beef sauce in the skillet or serve the sauce on top.

خطوة 11

Plate and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.

خطوة 12

Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley if desired.

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