Chelle's Spaghetti Sauce

Experience the heartwarming flavors of "Chelle's Spaghetti Sauce," a perfect blend of rich, savory ingredients that take classic pasta night to the next level. This homemade spaghetti sauce recipe starts with a fragrant base of sautéed onions and garlic, followed by the option to add tender, browned ground beef for a hearty touch. The sauce is simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of dried herbs like basil and oregano, balanced with a hint of sugar and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Simmered low and slow, this flavorful sauce achieves the ideal texture and depth, perfect for generously coating al dente spaghetti. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an irresistible dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour of simmering, this recipe yields a crowd-pleasing sauce that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (optional for meat sauce)
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup water or beef broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 parmesan cheese, grated (optional for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

If using ground beef, add it to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water or beef broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to distribute the seasonings.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let the sauce simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add more water or broth if the sauce becomes too thick.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot over your favorite cooked spaghetti, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1750.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1765.5

Total Fat 122.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 366.9mg	0%
Sodium 3808.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 53.9g
Protein 93.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 435.3mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 4681.2mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 18.5%