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Best Ground Beef for Spaghetti Sauce Recipe (Easy)

Quick method for properly seasoning and browning ground beef to use in spaghetti sauce.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Large frying pan or skillet
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Place 1 lb ground beef in a large frying pan or skillet and set over medium heat.
  2. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to break the beef into small crumbles as it heats.
  3. Season the meat evenly with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, stirring to distribute.
  4. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally and breaking up any larger pieces, until no pink remains and the beef is browned.
  5. Remove from heat immediately to avoid drying, then add to your spaghetti sauce and proceed with your sauce recipe.

Notes

  • Taste the cooked beef to check seasoning before adding to sauce.
  • Remove the meat from heat as soon as the pink is gone to avoid drying it out.
  • No oil is needed; the beef fat usually prevents sticking.
  • You can bake ground beef on a lined sheet at 425°F for about 15 minutes if you prefer.
  • Check beef fat content on the package to choose the right lean/fat ratio for your needs.