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Spaghetti with Tomato and Beef Sauce Recipe (Serves 4) Ingredients: 1 lb spaghetti pasta 1 lb ground beef 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated Instructions: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large pan, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat. Add diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pan. Stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the tomatoes have broken down and the flavors have melded. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). In a large oven-safe dish, layer the cooked spaghetti and the tomato and beef sauce. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven, sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top, and serve hot. Enjoy! Side Dish Recommendation: Garlic Bread Ingredients: 1 baguette or 8 slices of sandwich bread 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted 2 cloves of garlic, minced Salt, to taste 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional) Instructions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the baguette or sandwich bread into slices. In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and parsley (if using). Brush the garlic butter mixture onto the slices of bread. Place the slices of bread on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are crispy and the bread is lightly toasted. Serve hot alongside the spaghetti. Enjoy!