Dad's Spaghetti

This is one of those recipes that has been in my family for as long as I can remember.  I would expect everyone has certain foods that they remember growing up with; the smell of which can remind a person of memories long past.

In my family, spaghetti was a staple.  Both of my grandmothers and my father had their own special ingredients and spices, that made each dish their own.  And yes, I may have adjusted my recipe over the years to my own taste.  Still, the memory of the dish, of loved ones gathered around the table, and the wonderful way it makes the kitchen smell, brings a smile to my face every time I make it.