The Best Real Italian Spaghetti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12

Traditional Italian Spaghetti that tastes like it is straight from Italy!

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

807

Sugar

12g

Fat

29g

Spaghetti is a popular Italian dish that is enjoyed all over the world. This particular recipe for The Best Real Italian Spaghetti is a delicious and easy-to-prepare meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. The combination of perfectly cooked spaghetti, meat sauce, and Colby-Monterey Jack cheese makes this dish an instant classic. This recipe uses lean beef and tomato sauce to make the meat sauce, which is simmered with Italian seasoning and oregano to create a rich, savory flavor. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, or lazy weekends spent with family and friends. Serve with garlic bread and a simple salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
2.	While the spaghetti cooks, dice the onion and cook the sirloin over medium heat until browned. Add the onion and continue cooking until the onion is translucent.
3.	Add the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and oregano to the meat mixture and stir well. Allow to simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4.	Drain the spaghetti and serve with the meat sauce on top. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the spaghetti and enjoy!

PROS

Spaghetti is a classic Italian dish that is loved worldwide.
This recipe is easy to make and can feed a family or be great for meal prep for lunches throughout the week.
The combination of meat sauce and Colby-Monterey Jack cheese make this dish flavorful and cheesy.

CONS

This dish is high in carbs and may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or keto diet.
It is also not suitable for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spaghetti is a good source of carbohydrates, which can provide energy to fuel your body throughout the day. The tomato sauce provides vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and iron. However, be aware that some tomato sauces can be high in sugar and sodium. The beef provides protein and can help keep you full for longer, but it is important to choose lean cuts of beef to limit saturated fat intake.

	1 lb spaghetti ( one box )
	1 lb sirloin ( or top round , whatever is on sale ! )
	2 cans tomato sauce
	1 package longhorn colby-monterey jack cheese
	1 onion
	1 1/2 tablespoons italian seasoning
	oregano