This appears to be a plate of spaghetti with meat sauce. Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious homemade spaghetti with meat sauce:
Ingredients:
• 12 oz (340g) spaghetti
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (optional)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup water or beef broth (if needed)
• 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions:
1. Cook the spaghetti:
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Cook spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente.
• Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the meat sauce:
• Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
• Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
• Add ground beef, cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
• Stir in tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes (if using), oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
• Add water or broth if the sauce is too thick.
• Simmer for at least 20 minutes (longer for deeper flavor).
3. Combine and serve:
• Toss the spaghetti with the meat sauce or serve the sauce over the pasta.
• Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
Enjoy your homemade spaghetti with meat sauce! Let me know if you want any variations, like a spicier or creamier version.