Bob's Spaghetti Sauce

Transform your pasta nights with Bob's Spaghetti Sauce, a rich and flavorful homemade sauce that elevates classic Italian comfort food. This versatile recipe features a savory blend of sautéed onions, garlic, and optional ground beef, infused with aromatic dried herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a touch of broth, this sauce achieves a deep, satisfying flavor profile that's balanced with a hint of sweetness. Customize it to your preferences with vegetarian crumbles or a splash of heat from red pepper flakes. Finished with fresh parsley and served over tender spaghetti, this hearty dish is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Garnish with grated Parmesan and enjoy a meal that's as comforting as it is gourmet. Keywords: spaghetti sauce, homemade spaghetti sauce, Italian comfort food, savory pasta sauce, customizable pasta recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (optional, can substitute with ground turkey or vegetarian crumbles)
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth (or vegetable broth)
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnishing)
• 1 pound cooked spaghetti
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

If using ground beef, add it to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Add the dried basil, oregano, thyme, sugar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir thoroughly.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to come to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan partially with a lid and let the sauce simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or sugar if needed.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh parsley and let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.

Step 11

Garnish with extra parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2306.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2963.2

Total Fat 158.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 457.7mg	0%
Sodium 6389.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 55.0g
Protein 164.2g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1710.6mg	0%
Iron 28.8mg	0%
Potassium 5016.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 30.3%