Kathy's Meaty Spaghetti Sauce

Dive into hearty, home-cooked comfort with Kathy's Meaty Spaghetti Sauce, a rich and flavorful recipe perfect for satisfying pasta nights. This utterly indulgent sauce combines savory ground beef and tender ground pork, simmered to perfection with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, plus a touch of crushed red pepper for subtle heat. A trifecta of tomato paste, canned crushed, and diced tomatoes create a luxurious, velvety base, while beef broth and a hint of sugar balance the flavors beautifully. With its slow-simmered depth and fresh parsley finish, this versatile spaghetti sauce pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a crowd-pleaser for family dinners and a freezer-friendly meal prep superstar!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pounds ground pork
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 fresh grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and ground pork. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.

Step 5

Season the meat mixture with salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to deepen its flavor.

Step 7

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Sprinkle in the granulated sugar and mix it into the sauce.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the sauce simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or beef broth to reach your desired consistency.

Step 11

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and remove the pot from heat.

Step 12

Serve the spaghetti sauce over your favorite pasta and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2478.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2600.2

Total Fat 172.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 537.5mg	0%
Sodium 5409.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.8g	0%
Total Sugars 83.2g
Protein 162.3g	0%

Vitamin D 2IU	0%
Calcium 638.5mg	0%
Iron 25.6mg	0%
Potassium 6689.3mg	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: 57.8%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 18.0%