Makaronia me Kima
Traditional Greek Spaghetti With Meat Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 500 gr ground beef or a mixture of beef and pork
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 400 gr crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste optional
- 1/2 cup red wine optional
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp basil optional
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 3 tbsp Olive oil for cooking
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta of your choice
- 500 gr spaghetti or macaroni of your choice
Instructions
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Add the ground meat to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned.
- Pour in the red wine (if using) and allow it to cook for a couple of minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste (if using), Season with oregano, basil (if using), cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally.
- While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta of your choice according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Taste the meat sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the cooked pasta topped with the meat sauce. Garnish with grated cheese and olive oil.