ONE-POT SPAGHETTI AND MEAT SAUCE (STOVE-TOP RECIPE)

INGREDIENTS

 

  • 1 lb 90% ground beef
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 can, 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, I love Tuttorosso
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 torn basil leaves, plus optional more for garnish
  • 8 ounces wheat or gluten-free spaghetti, broken in half (I love Delallo)
  • Grated parmesan cheese, optional for serving

 

INSTRUCTIONS

 

  • Heat a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over high heat. (If your pot is not heavy, the sauce may burn.)
  • When hot add the beef and salt and cook, breaking up about 3 minutes.
  • Add the onions, and garlic and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, black pepper, water and basil and stir, add the spaghetti, making sure the liquid covers everything without stirring.
  • Cover and cook medium-low heat (do not open) until the water is absorbed and the pasta is cooked, about 17 to 20 minutes.
  • Serve topped with grated cheese if desired!