Classic Spaghetti with Rich Meat Sauce combines al dente spaghetti with a deeply flavored tomato and beef sauce for a timeless meal everyone loves.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

The sauce is simmered to bring out rich, hearty flavors that cling to every strand of spaghetti. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Spaghetti

• Ground beef

• Olive oil

• Onion, chopped

• Garlic, minced

• Crushed tomatoes

• Tomato paste

• Dried basil, oregano

• Salt, pepper

• Sugar (optional)

• Parmesan (for serving)

Directions

1. Cook spaghetti al dente.

2. Sauté onion, garlic, beef in oil until browned.

3. Add tomatoes, paste, herbs, seasoning. Simmer 20-30 mins.

4. Toss sauce with spaghetti, top with Parmesan.

Servings and timing

Serves 4
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 30 mins

Variations

• Use ground turkey

• Add mushrooms or bell peppers

• Make spicy with chili flakes

Storage/reheating

Store sauce separately; refrigerate 3 days or freeze 2 months. Reheat gently.

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh tomatoes? Yes, simmer longer.

2. Can I freeze sauce? Yes, cool fully first.

3. Can I make it vegetarian? Use lentils.

4. What pasta alternatives? Linguine, fettuccine.

5. Can I double recipe? Yes.

6. Best cheese? Parmesan or Pecorino.

7. Can I add wine? Yes, red wine for depth.

8. Can I skip sugar? Yes, to taste.

9. Can I add cream? Yes, for creamy sauce.

10. Gluten-free? Use GF pasta.

Conclusion

Classic Spaghetti with Rich Meat Sauce is a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal that never goes out of style.

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Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet

This dish features tender chicken breasts simmered in a silky lemon garlic cream sauce for a bright, comforting meal.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s fast, flavorful, and pairs with pasta, rice, or bread.

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Chicken breasts

• Olive oil

• Garlic, minced

• Lemon juice + zest

• Heavy cream

• Chicken broth

• Parmesan (optional)

• Salt, pepper

Directions

1. Sear chicken in oil. Set aside.

2. Sauté garlic, deglaze with broth + lemon.

3. Add cream, simmer. Return chicken.

4. Top with Parmesan if using.

Servings and timing

Serves 4
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 20 mins

Variations

• Add spinach

• Use chicken thighs

• Make spicy with chili flakes

Storage/reheating

Refrigerate 3 days. Reheat gently.

FAQs

1. Can I use milk? Sauce will be thinner.

2. Can I freeze? Not recommended.

3. Can I use bottled lemon juice? Fresh is better.

4. What sides work? Rice, pasta, veg.

5. Can I add herbs? Yes—thyme or parsley.

6. Dairy-free? Use coconut cream.

7. Gluten-free? Yes.

8. Thicken sauce? Reduce longer.

9. Can I make ahead? Sauce fresh is best.

10. Boneless thighs? Work great.

Conclusion

Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet offers bright, rich flavors perfect for any night of the week.

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