Spaghetti with minced meat
4 servings
25 minutes
Spaghetti with minced meat is a hearty and aromatic dish of European cuisine, combining tender pasta with rich meat sauce. Such recipes originated in Italy, where pasta is traditionally complemented with tomato sauces and meat. In this version, browned minced meat, tomato paste, and spices create a harmonious flavor that is both rich and slightly spicy. Garlic adds a special depth to the dish, while grated cheese and fresh herbs provide the finishing touch that makes it even more appetizing. It is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy evening with a glass of wine. Spaghetti with minced meat can be complemented with vegetables or have spices adjusted to taste, creating new variations of this classic dish.
1
In a pan, melt a small amount of fat (such as butter). At the same time, put the spaghetti to boil (as indicated on the package).
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Spaghetti: 400 g
2
Add the minced meat and sauté it for 4-5 minutes while stirring. The meat will brown during this time. Then add a couple of minced garlic cloves and mix.
- Ground meat: 500 g
- Garlic: 3 cloves
3
We add tomato paste.
- Tomato paste: 3 tablespoons
4
Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes. The minced meat and tomato paste should combine.
5
Add crushed tomatoes in their own juice (if not available, you can add regular ketchup or tomato sauce) and spices. Mix and cook for another 4-5 minutes, then remove from heat and serve with cooked spaghetti. You can sprinkle with grated cheese and fresh herbs when serving.
- Ketchup: 100 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Spices: to taste