Okay, spaghetti lovers… settle this one!

🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 1 lb of spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente 🍝. Reserve 1/2 cup of starchy pasta water, then drain the pasta.
2. Brown the Beef: Heat a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lbs ground beef and chopped onion 🥩🧅. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking the beef apart with a wooden spoon until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease if needed.
3. Add Aromatics & Seasonings: Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper 🧄🌿. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Simmer Sauce: Pour in the jar of marinara sauce and canned tomato sauce 🍅. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer gently for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
5. Toss Together: Add the cooked spaghetti directly into the simmering meat sauce. Pour in a splash of the reserved pasta water and toss continuously until every strand of spaghetti is thoroughly coated in sauce.
6. Garnish & Serve: Top generously with freshly grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley or basil. Serve hot alongside garlic bread! 🍞🍽️✨