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Best Ground Beef for Spaghetti Sauce Recipe (Easy)

Quick method for browning ground beef perfectly for spaghetti sauce in just minutes.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Place a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef.
  • Use a spatula or wooden spoon to break the beef into small crumbles as it begins to cook.
  • Season the beef evenly with kosher salt and ground black pepper, stirring to distribute the seasonings.
  • Continue to cook, stirring and breaking up the meat, until there is no pink remaining and the beef is fully browned.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and add your spaghetti sauce, then proceed with your sauce recipe.

Equipment

  • large frying pan or skillet
  • Spatula or Wooden Spoon

Notes

  • Taste the meat for seasoning and add more if needed.
  • Remove the meat from heat as soon as the pink is gone to avoid drying it out.
  • No oil is necessary; the beef fat prevents sticking.
  • To oven-bake beef, spread on a lined baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 15 minutes.
  • Check the beef's fat content on the package to choose the best type for your dish.