Creamy Tomato Meat Sauce

Elevate your pasta nights with this rich and indulgent Creamy Tomato Meat Sauce, a perfect blend of hearty flavors and velvety textures. This recipe combines ground beef with sautéed onions and garlic for a savory base, then layers in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a hint of Italian seasoning for a robust, herby depth. The addition of heavy cream transforms the sauce into a luxuriously smooth delight, while optional red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, works as a topping for baked dishes, or even as a luscious lasagna filling. Garnish with fresh basil for an added touch of brightness and enjoy a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Keywords: creamy tomato meat sauce, pasta sauce recipe, homemade meat sauce, easy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it warm up for 1 minute.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and slightly translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pan. Break it up with a spoon or spatula as it cooks, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and add the canned crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Simmer the sauce over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer gently for another 5 minutes, stirring often, until it becomes creamy and well-incorporated.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot over cooked pasta, use as a topping for baked dishes, or enjoy as a filling for lasagna. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1685.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2364.8

Total Fat 190.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 561.1mg	0%
Sodium 3759.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 89.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 279.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 3296.1mg	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: 72.6%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 12.2%