Delicious Spaghetti Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this rich and flavorful homemade spaghetti sauce that's sure to impress! Our "Delicious Spaghetti Sauce" recipe combines the savory depth of ground beef and Italian sausage with the aromatic blend of garlic, onion, and classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil. A touch of tomato paste and optional red wine adds complexity, while a dash of sugar balances the acidity of the crushed tomatoes. Simmered to perfection, this sauce develops a luscious, thick texture and bold, comforting flavors in just 45 minutes of cooking. Perfect for topping spaghetti noodles or pairing with your favorite pasta, this crowd-pleasing, versatile recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Don't forget to garnish with refreshing parsley for the ultimate finishing touch!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (finely diced) yellow onion
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound (casings removed) Italian sausage
- 28 ounces (1 can) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup (optional) red wine
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons (optional, for heat) red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Step 5
Mix in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine (if using). Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 7
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 8
Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove it from the heat.
Step 9
Serve the spaghetti sauce over cooked spaghetti noodles, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1793.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2357.0 |
| Total Fat 170.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 13.9g | |
| Cholesterol 482.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3320.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.2g | |
| Protein 128.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 90.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 303.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4232.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories