Description
This TikTok Spaghetti recipe is the ultimate comfort food with a creamy twist, combining a hearty red meat sauce with a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce. Perfectly cooked spaghetti is tossed in these two rich and flavorful sauces for a satisfying meal that’s easy to make and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
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Red Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- ½ cup green bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 ½ (24-ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
Alfredo Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- Salt, for pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the Red Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to release its aroma without burning.
- Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until the beef is browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Simmer Red Sauce: Pour in the spaghetti sauce and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently while you prepare the pasta.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 9-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Create Roux: Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid lumps and to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Slowly whisk in the heavy cream, preventing lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta with Red Sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti directly into the skillet with the red sauce. Toss thoroughly to ensure the spaghetti is evenly coated.
- Toss With Alfredo Sauce: Pour the creamy Alfredo sauce over the spaghetti and red sauce mixture. Toss everything together until all components are well incorporated and coated by the rich Alfredo sauce.
- Serve: Serve the TikTok Spaghetti hot. Garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil, if desired for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor but garlic powder can be substituted if needed.
- Choose 80/20 ground beef for the right balance of flavor and fat content.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream in the Alfredo sauce, though it will be less rich.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic when sautéing; cook just until fragrant.
- This dish reheats well and makes great leftovers for the next day.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil can enhance the final presentation and flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning according to personal taste, especially if your spaghetti sauce is pre-seasoned.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
