How to Make Spaghetti with Ground Beef and Ragu Sauce
This Spaghetti with Ground Beef and Ragu Sauce is the ultimate comfort food! Easy to make, it's perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef (low fat content)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 24 ounces Ragu sauce (prepared jar sauce)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Pasta:
- 6 quarts water
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt (for pasta cooking water)
- 1 pound pasta noodles
For the Garlic Bread:
- 4 slices bread
- 4 pats butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for the bread)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (for the bread)
Instructions
Cooking Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add 1 pound of ground beef and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Cook until browned.
- Stir in 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
- Pour in 24 ounces of Ragu sauce and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- In a separate pot, bring 6 quarts of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt.
- Add 1 pound of pasta noodles and cook until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and combine it with the sauce mixture.
- Prepare 4 slices of bread with 4 pats of butter, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
- Toast the garlic bread in the oven at 350°F for about 5-7 minutes if desired.
- Serve the spaghetti topped with sauce and garlic bread on the side.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Colander
- Oven (optional)
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the spaghetti and sauce together for up to 3 months.
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.