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Speedy Spaghetti with Canned Ground Beef: A Simple and Savory Meal

by Ana de Alba

Ground Beef Spaghetti is the perfect dinner for busy weeknights, coming together in a flash with the convenience of canned ground beef. Thanks to Saffron & Sage Home Living canning lids, you can store homemade, flavorful ground beef and tomato sauce for months, ensuring you always have fresh, ready-to-use ingredients on hand. This simple recipe combines savory canned ground beef with a rich tomato sauce, garlic, and Italian seasonings, creating a satisfying, home-cooked meal without the stress. Whether you're looking for a hearty dinner or a quick way to use your pantry staples, this spaghetti is both easy and delicious. With Saffron & Sage's high-quality canning lids, your ingredients stay fresh and ready for those hectic evenings. Let's make dinner easy and tasty!

Ingredients:

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1  tbsp Minced garlic
  • 1 Canned ground beef
  • 1  tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 Canned tomato sauce
  • 4 servings Cooked pasta (spaghetti or any pasta of choice)
  • Salt – to taste
  • Pepper – to taste

Garnish:

  • Parmesan cheese – grated, to taste
  • Basil leaf – fresh, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Pasta: If you haven't already, cook your pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water in case you need it to adjust the sauce later.  

  2. Sauté the Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.   

  3. Cook the Ground Beef: Add the canned ground beef (drained of excess liquid if necessary) to the skillet with the garlic. Stir to break it apart and cook for 3-5 minutes until heated through. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. 

  4. Make the Sauce: Pour in the canned tomato sauce and stir everything together. Let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a bit of reserved pasta water to thin it out.

  5. Add Pasta on Plate: Add cooked pasta onto a plate. 

  6. Serve: Divide the pasta between serving plates. Pour the meat sauce on top of the spaghetti and garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a basil leaf on top. 

  7. Enjoy: Serve hot, and enjoy your comforting bowl of spaghetti!


This simple dish is hearty and flavorful, making great use of canned ground beef for a quick and satisfying meal.

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