Description
This easy One-Pot Spaghetti with Ground Beef recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner. Featuring hearty ground beef, tender spaghetti, and a savory tomato sauce, it’s a meal everyone will love. With just one pot to clean, it’s both convenient and delicious—making it ideal for busy nights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
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Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
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Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Add basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Break spaghetti in half and add to the pot. Stir to ensure the noodles are submerged in the sauce.
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Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
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Remove from heat. Optionally sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, swap ground beef with a plant-based meat substitute or extra vegetables.
- For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño.
- If you prefer gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
