Family-Friendly Quick and Easy Recipe

Cooking the Ground Beef (1 lb) In a large pot, cook the ground beef (1 lb) over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.

Adding the Vegetables Add the diced onion (1 small), minced garlic (2 cloves), and diced bell pepper (1) to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened.

Preparing the Sauce Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Season with Italian seasoning (1 tablespoon), sugar (1 teaspoon), salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking the Spaghetti (8 oz) While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti (8 oz) according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Serving the Dish Serve the spaghetti (8 oz) topped with the meat sauce. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil leaves.