Cindi's Spaghetti Sauce

Transform your pasta nights with the rich, hearty flavors of *Cindi's Spaghetti Sauce*, a slow-simmered masterpiece that's bursting with Italian-inspired goodness. This homemade sauce showcases a savory blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, perfectly balanced with aromatic onions, garlic, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme. A hint of sugar softens the acidity of the crushed tomatoes, while a bay leaf infuses subtle depth during the 90-minute simmer, ensuring a robust, thick sauce that clings beautifully to your pasta. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this comforting dish pairs perfectly with spaghetti or your favorite noodles and is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of vibrant color. Whether you're feeding a crowd or indulging in leftovers, *Cindi's Spaghetti Sauce* is destined to become your go-to recipe for classic spaghetti night.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound (remove casing if using links) Italian sausage
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking the meat into small pieces with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water until well combined.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, bay leaf, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to blend the flavors.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.

Step 8

Cover the pot partially with a lid and let the sauce simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1808.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2247.1

Total Fat 169.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.9g
Cholesterol 502.6mg	0%
Sodium 5425.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 44.7g
Protein 130.2g	0%

Vitamin D 90.7IU	0%
Calcium 353.4mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 4916.2mg	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: 65.8%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 11.8%