Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce is a beloved dish that brings comfort to the dinner table. This classic recipe features tender spaghetti noodles enveloped in a rich, hearty meat sauce that’s both filling and flavorful. It’s perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, or any day you crave a satisfying meal. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up this delicious dish in no time. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

• 1 lb. spaghetti (450 g)
• 1 piece Knorr Pork Cube (1 piece)
• 1 lb. ground pork (450 g)
• 3 pieces hotdogs, sliced (3 pieces)
• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (120 g)
• 29 ounces tomato sauce (850 g)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional) (15 g)
• 1 piece onion, minced (1 piece)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2 g)
• 3 tablespoons sugar (45 g)
• 2 quarts water (2 liters)
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil (30 ml)
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste (to taste)

Directions

1. Prepare the Spaghetti: In a cooking pot, bring 2 quarts (2 liters) of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Place 1 lb. (450 g) of spaghetti into the pot and cook for 9 minutes or until al dente. Once done, drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Meat Sauce: In another cooking pot, heat 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of cooking oil over medium heat. Add 1 lb. (450 g) of ground pork and sear until it turns light brown.

3. Add Aromatics: Mix in the minced onion and 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) of garlic powder. Stir and cook for 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

4. Combine with Tomato Sauce: Pour in 29 ounces (850 g) of tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Add 1 piece of Knorr Pork Cube and stir well.

5. Incorporate Hotdogs: Stir in the sliced hotdogs. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30 minutes, adding water as needed to keep the sauce from drying out.

6. Finish the Sauce: If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon (15 g) of tomato paste for added thickness and continue cooking for another 5 minutes. Season the sauce with 3 tablespoons (45 g) of sugar, salt, and ground black pepper to taste, and cook for an additional minute.

7. Serve the Dish: On a plate, arrange the cooked spaghetti. Top generously with the meat sauce, and sprinkle 1/2 cup (120 g) of shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Nutrition Info: Approx. 450 calories per serving

How to Serve

To serve Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, present the dish hot, garnished with freshly shredded cheese. It pairs wonderfully with a side salad and garlic bread, making for a complete meal. For those who enjoy a little heat, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce on top of the meat sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheated easily for a quick meal.

FAQs

1. Can I use different meats for the sauce?
Yes, you can substitute ground beef or a mix of ground meats in place of ground pork. Just ensure you adjust the cooking time accordingly.

2. Is there a gluten-free option for spaghetti?
Certainly! You can use gluten-free pasta made from rice, corn, or lentils to make a gluten-free version of this dish.

3. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the meat sauce in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Simply reheat it when ready to serve over freshly cooked spaghetti.

Print Recipe

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

A classic dish featuring tender spaghetti noodles enveloped in a rich, hearty meat sauce, perfect for family gatherings and satisfying meals.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time45 minutes mins

Total Time55 minutes mins

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: comfort food, Family recipe, Meat Sauce, Pasta, Spaghetti

Servings: 5 servings

Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

Pasta

• 1 lb. spaghetti (450 g)
• 2 quarts water (2 liters)
• to taste salt

Meat Sauce

• 1 lb. ground pork (450 g)
• 3 pieces hotdogs, sliced
• 1 piece Knorr Pork Cube
• 1 piece onion, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2 g)
• 29 ounces tomato sauce (850 g)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional) (15 g)
• 3 tablespoons sugar (45 g)
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil (30 ml)
• to taste ground black pepper

Topping

• 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (120 g)

Instructions

Preparation

• In a cooking pot, bring 2 quarts (2 liters) of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
• Add 1 lb. (450 g) of spaghetti into the pot and cook for 9 minutes or until al dente. Once done, drain and set aside.

Cooking the Meat Sauce

• In another cooking pot, heat 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of cooking oil over medium heat. Add 1 lb. (450 g) of ground pork and sear until it turns light brown.
• Mix in the minced onion and 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) of garlic powder. Stir and cook for 3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
• Pour in 29 ounces (850 g) of tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Add 1 piece of Knorr Pork Cube and stir well.
• Stir in the sliced hotdogs. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 30 minutes, adding water as needed to keep the sauce from drying out.
• If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon (15 g) of tomato paste for added thickness and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
• Season the sauce with 3 tablespoons (45 g) of sugar, salt, and ground black pepper to taste, and cook for an additional minute.

Serving

• On a plate, arrange the cooked spaghetti. Top generously with the meat sauce, and sprinkle 1/2 cup (120 g) of shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For serving, garnish the dish with freshly shredded cheese. This dish pairs well with a side salad and garlic bread. Consider adding crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce for added heat. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheated easily.