Hearty Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground chuck
• 1 can (14-16 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (14-16 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cans (14-16 oz each) tomato sauce
• 3 tablespoons olive oil (plus 1 tablespoon for the pasta)
• 5 fresh garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large onion (or 2 medium), diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base:
   • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
   • Sauté the diced onions and green pepper for 5-7 minutes until softened.
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Cook the Meat:
   • Add the ground chuck to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.
   • Once browned, drain any excess grease from the pan.
3. Season and Simmer:
   • Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, basil, Italian seasoning, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the meat with the spices.
   • Add the diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Mix everything thoroughly.
   • Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover, and let the sauce cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
4. Cook the Pasta:
   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until al dente.
   • Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the boiling water to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
   • Drain the pasta and set aside.
5. Combine and Serve:
   • Toss the spaghetti with the meat sauce, or serve the sauce over individual portions of spaghetti.
   • Garnish with extra parsley or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Enjoy your hearty spaghetti with meat sauce—perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in!