Boil water in a large pot
Add salt to the water
Add spaghetti and cook until al dente
Drain the spaghetti
Heat oil in a pan
Add chopped onion and garlic
Cook until softened
Add minced meat
Cook until browned
Season with salt and pepper
Add tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
Stir and simmer for a few minutes
Add herbs if desired
Combine the spaghetti with the sauce
Toss well
Serve hot