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One Pan Spaghetti

Panoramic view of a plate of spaghetti with rich meat sauce and grated cheese in the foreground, set on a wooden table in a warm, rustic Italian kitchen with a softly blurred background.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 300  F
Servings: 10
Estimated Cost: 20
Best Season: Fall, Winter
Description

This one-pan spaghetti is a comforting, family-friendly classic that combines tender pasta with a rich, savory tomato sauce and seasoned ground beef. Everything cooks together in a single skillet, allowing the flavors to blend beautifully while keeping cleanup simple and quick.

Infused with aromatic herbs like oregano, garlic, and rosemary, each bite offers a warm, hearty taste that feels both satisfying and nostalgic. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish delivers a perfect balance of savory depth and creamy richness.

Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy recipe brings together convenience and flavor in one delicious, comforting meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef (lean)
  • 1 Onion (medium, chopped)
  • 3 1/2 cups Water
  • 1 can Tomato sauce (15 ounces)
  • 2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp Rosemary
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper
  • 2 cups Spaghetti noodles (broken - equivalent to 1/3 of a 1 lb box)
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
Instructions
    Cooking Directions
  1. 1

    Brown meat and onions in a large skillet over medium-high heat (300° Fahrenheit in an electric skillet).

  2. 2

    Drain fat.

  3. 3

    Stir in water, tomato sauce, and spices;

  4. 4

    Bring to a boil.

  5. 5

    Add spaghetti,

  6. 6

    Cover pan, and simmer 10–15 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking.

  7. 7

    When spaghetti is tender, top with grated cheese.

  8. 8

    Refrigerate leftovers within 2–3 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 118kcal
% Daily Value *
Cholesterol 31mg11%
Sodium 160mg7%
Potassium 134mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 13.4g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 8.8g18%
Calcium 105 mg
Iron 3 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Instead of beef you can substitute with 1 can of lentils, garbanzo, or red beans (drained). If so, brown the onions first, then add beans or lentils with the sauce and spices.

For 2 cups of broken spaghetti noodles, use about 1/3 of a one pound box.

Use no salt added canned tomato sauce for less sodium.

May use Italian mixed herbs/seasonings, basil, or thyme in place of dried oregano.

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