Cook Spaghetti: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Brown the Meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground meat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Aromatics: To the skillet with the meat, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Mix in BBQ Sauce: Pour the BBQ sauce over the meat and onion mixture. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Combine with Spaghetti: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the meat and sauce. Toss until the spaghetti is evenly coated.
Serve: Dish out the BBQ Ground Meat Spaghetti into bowls or onto plates. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
• Brown the meat well for extra flavor.
• Drain excess fat from the meat after browning, if necessary, for a lighter sauce.
• Taste the BBQ sauce before adding it; adjust sweetness or acidity according to your preference.
• Let the sauce simmer with the meat to deepen the flavors.
• Cook the spaghetti al dente to keep a nice texture after mixing with the sauce.