Spaghetti Meat Sauce – A Hearty and Flavorful Classic

In an extra-large heated skillet, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onions and green pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on medium heat until softened.

Add Garlic:
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant and browned.

Cook the Ground Chuck:
Add the ground chuck to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Drain any excess grease from the meat.

Season the Meat:
Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, sweet basil, Italian seasoning, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper over the browned meat. Stir to combine and coat the meat evenly with the seasoning.

Add Tomatoes:
Stir in the diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Mix well and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Prepare the Pasta:
While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the water to prevent the pasta from sticking. Add spaghetti pasta and cook for 7-8 minutes or until al dente. Drain the water.

Serve:
Plate the spaghetti, top with the meat sauce, and serve hot. Enjoy!

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