Linda's Meaty Spaghetti Sauce

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of "Linda's Meaty Spaghetti Sauce," a hearty and flavorful homemade sauce that's perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This robust recipe combines ground beef and Italian sausage for a perfectly meaty base, enhanced by fragrant garlic, sweet onions, and a harmonious blend of dried oregano, basil, and thyme. Simmered low and slow with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth, the sauce becomes irresistibly thick and velvety, with hints of sweetness from a touch of sugar. The addition of optional freshly grated Parmesan and parsley takes it to the next level of indulgence. Ready in just over an hour, this easy, satisfying sauce pairs beautifully with spaghetti or your favorite pasta, making it an instant classic for any pasta night.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
• 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

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 until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

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 pot. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, sugar, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir until well combined.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the sauce simmer for at least 60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 9

Optionally, stir in grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for extra flavor before serving.

Step 10

Serve over your favorite cooked spaghetti noodles and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2400.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3931.6

Total Fat 299.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 760.6mg	0%
Sodium 9839.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 63.7g
Protein 209.5g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 1720.2mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 5929.4mg	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: 67.4%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 11.7%