Classic Beef Spaghetti Sauce

Dive into comfort food heaven with this Classic Beef Spaghetti Sauce, a hearty, flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Made with a rich blend of ground beef, aromatic onions, and garlic, this sauce is elevated with a medley of dried herbs like oregano and basil, along with a touch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a hint of sugar for balance, this sauce develops a depth of flavor that can only come from slow cooking. Fresh basil and parsley add a burst of freshness just before serving, making this the ultimate homemade spaghetti sauce. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, this recipe is ideal for meal prep or feeding a crowd. Pair it with al dente spaghetti and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a truly classic Italian experience. Perfect keywords: classic spaghetti sauce, beef spaghetti sauce, homemade pasta sauce, easy dinner recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 6 ounces canned tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pot and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Season with salt, black pepper, oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes.

Step 5

Cook the beef until it is no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Stir to combine the ingredients.

Step 7

Add the sugar and bay leaf. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh basil and parsley just before serving.

Step 11

Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti noodles and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2122.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1864.5

Total Fat 112.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4998.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 80.8g
Protein 94.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 685.3mg	0%
Iron 30.7mg	0%
Potassium 7156.8mg	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: 52.1%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 28.4%