Mimi's Spaghetti Sauce

Rich, hearty, and brimming with authentic Italian flavors, Mimi's Spaghetti Sauce is the ultimate homemade comfort food that will transport your taste buds straight to Nonna's kitchen. This robust sauce features a delightful blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, perfectly seasoned with aromatic garlic, onion, and a medley of traditional herbs like basil and oregano. Simmered to perfection with crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and a touch of sugar for balance, this recipe achieves a deep, velvety texture and a well-rounded, savory-sweet taste. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this versatile spaghetti sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta and a sprinkle of fresh parsley or Parmesan. Ready in just over an hour, Mimi's Spaghetti Sauce is a must-try for anyone craving a classic homemade spaghetti recipe that's bursting with flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 15 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large stockpot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot. Cook, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain off any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and water into the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season the sauce with dried basil, dried oregano, salt, ground black pepper, and sugar. Stir until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid, leaving it slightly ajar, and simmer for 60-90 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or sugar as desired.

Step 10

Just before serving, stir in freshly chopped parsley for added brightness and flavor.

Step 11

Serve hot over spaghetti noodles or your preferred pasta, and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2350.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2488.9

Total Fat 182.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 473.4mg	0%
Sodium 6482.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.5g	0%
Total Sugars 61.9g
Protein 129.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 383.9mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 5115.0mg	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: 63.3%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 16.7%