Savory Beef Rag with Spaghetti for a Cozy Night In
This comforting recipe brings together tender beef, aromatic herbs, and perfectly cooked spaghetti, creating a dish that is rich in flavor and texture.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef Use high-quality beef with some fat for richness.
- 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 medium Carrots Diced.
- 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
- 1 28-ounce can Crushed Tomatoes Essential for the sauce.
- 1 cup Beef Broth Enhances flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 2 leaves Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
- 1 pound Spaghetti Cooked al dente.
- to taste Salt and Pepper Enhance flavors.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables.
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
- Incorporate minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add diced carrots and chopped celery, cooking for about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart and browning for 8-10 minutes.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
- Add beef broth and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle in dried herbs and add bay leaves, stirring everything together.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-45 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then remove bay leaves.
- Plate spaghetti and ladle the beef rag over the top. Garnish with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes or different vegetables.