One-Pot Spaghetti

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

lean ground beef

3 cloves

garlic (minced)

Salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

3 cups

marinara sauce (homemade OR 1 (24-ounce) store-bought jar)

1 tbsp

tomato paste

1/2 tsp

balsamic vinegar

1 tsp

dried basil

3/4 tsp

dried oregano

1/4 tsp

dried thyme

1 tsp

sugar (optional)

3 cups

beef broth

8 oz

spaghetti noodles (broken in half)

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional) (for serving)

Fresh minced parsley (optional) (for serving)

Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) (for serving)