Start by drizzling the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once it’s warm, toss in the minced garlic. Keep an eye on it, as you want it to become fragrant but not burnt. About 30 seconds should do the trick.

Next, add in your ground meat. Break it apart with a wooden spoon. Season it with salt and pepper as it cooks. Ensure it's browned all over—this step is crucial for building flavor.

Once the meat is browned nicely, pour in the marinara sauce. Stir everything together and let it simmer for about 2 minutes, allowing those flavors to mingle.

Now it’s time for the magic of one pot cooking. Add the filtered water to the pot and bring everything to a rolling boil. Once boiling, throw the uncooked spaghetti into the pot. Give it a gentle stir to ensure it's well coated in the sauce.

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and let it cook for about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to keep the pasta from sticking or clumping together. You’ll want your spaghetti to be al dente—perfectly tender yet firm to the bite.

Once the spaghetti is cooked through, it’s time to serve. Ladle it into bowls, and if you wish, sprinkle some freshly grated parmesan on top along with a dash of olive oil and crushed red pepper flakes. Get ready for compliments!