Craving a mouthwatering Italian classic that'll have your family begging for seconds? Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with this irresistible Spaghetti Meat Sauce and Sausages recipe! Imagine rich, hearty sauce clinging to perfectly cooked pasta, loaded with savory ground beef and spicy Italian sausage that'll make your taste buds dance with delight. This isn't just another pasta dish - it's a flavor explosion that promises to become your new go-to comfort food recipe.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 pound of spaghetti, 1 pound of ground beef, 1 pound of Italian sausage (casings removed), 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a generous amount of salt to the boiling water, then add the spaghetti. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
- While the spaghetti is cooking, heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat apart as it cooks. Stir occasionally until the meat is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the meat is cooked, add the chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well to combine all the ingredients. Add the dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow the sauce to cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Once the sauce is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a little heat, you can add red pepper flakes at this stage.
- To serve, place a portion of spaghetti on each plate and ladle the meat sauce generously over the top. Optionally, you can garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese or chopped fresh basil.
- Enjoy your delicious spaghetti meat sauce and sausages with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal!
Tips
- • For the most flavorful sauce, use a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage to create depth and complexity • Don't rush the sauce - letting it simmer slowly helps develop rich, intense flavors • Reserve some pasta water before draining; its starchy consistency helps the sauce cling perfectly to the spaghetti • Use fresh garlic and chop it finely for maximum flavor impact • If you like extra heat, add red pepper flakes during the last few minutes of cooking • For a more authentic touch, grate fresh Parmesan cheese directly over the dish just before serving • Consider making a larger batch - this sauce freezes beautifully for future quick meals
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 650kcal
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 110mg
