Dive into our hearty meat sauce spaghetti—a bold blend of rich tomato flavors and tender beef. Quick, satisfying comfort food awaits!
Homemade Meat Sauce Spaghetti
Difficulty: ★★★☆☆2
servings15
minutes20
minutesHomemade Meat Sauce Spaghetti Ingredients
Spaghetti (dry): 160g (about 5.5 oz)
Substitute: Any similar long pasta like linguine or fettuccine.Ground Meat (mixed pork & beef): 150g (~5 oz)
Substitute: All beef or turkey if you prefer.Onion: 1/2, finely chopped
Carrot: 1/2, finely chopped
Garlic: 1 clove, minced
Substitute: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
All-purpose flour (weak flour): 1 tablespoon
Note: This helps thicken the sauce.Canned Diced Tomatoes: 1 can (400g / 14 oz)
Substitute: Crushed tomatoes or tomato puree if diced are unavailable (adjust consistency as needed).Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Pepper: a pinch
Consommé (granulated): 2 teaspoons
Substitute: 1 bouillon cube, crushed; or chicken/beef stock powder.
Homemade Meat Sauce Spaghetti Directions
- Prep the Vegetables & Garlic
Onion/Carrot: Finely chop. Aim for small, uniform pieces (~1/8 inch).
Garlic: Peel and mince. - Sauté the Aromatics
Warm Oil: In a frying pan over low heat, add 1 Tbsp olive oil and the minced garlic.
Infuse Garlic: Stir gently until it becomes fragrant, about 1 minute. - Add Veggies
Onions & Carrots: Increase heat to medium. Add onions and carrots. Sauté until onions become translucent, about 3–4 minutes. - Brown the Meat & Stir in Flour
Add Ground Meat: Increase heat slightly; cook until the meat changes color, about 3–4 minutes. Break up lumps with a spatula.
Stir in Flour: Sprinkle 1 Tbsp flour over the meat. Continue cooking and stirring to eliminate any raw flour taste, about 1 minute. - Build the Sauce
Tomato Base: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (400g). Stir well.
Season: Add 1/2 tsp salt, a pinch of pepper, and 2 tsp consommé powder.
Simmer: Lower heat to medium-low. Let the sauce bubble gently for 5–7 minutes, or until it thickens to desired consistency. Taste, adjust salt/pepper if needed. - Boil the Spaghetti
Salted Water: Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil with salt (about 1% ratio).
Cook: Add 160g spaghetti. Follow package instructions (usually 7–9 minutes).
Drain: Once al dente, quickly drain. - Serve
Plate: Arrange the hot spaghetti in bowls or plates.
Top: Spoon the meat sauce generously over each portion.
Optional: Garnish with grated cheese, fresh basil, or parsley if desired. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Tips & Points
Thicker Sauce: Let it simmer a bit longer or reduce over low heat if you prefer a thicker consistency.
Meat Variations: All beef, pork, or turkey works. Mixed ground meat adds depth of flavor.
Vegetable Boost: Feel free to add bell peppers, mushrooms, or celery for extra flavor and texture.
Storage: The sauce alone can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
Herbs & Spices: Add dried oregano, thyme, or chili flakes for an Italian twist.