Old School Spaghetti with Just Ground Beef

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 12 oz spaghetti

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can (24 oz) tomato sauce or spaghetti sauce

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional for richer flavor)

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, balances acidity)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

• Grated Parmesan, for serving

• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

5. Simmer 10–15 minutes so the flavors come together.

6. Toss in the cooked spaghetti or serve sauce spooned on top.

7. Finish with Parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley for that perfect comfort-food shine.