Mom's Spaghetti Sauce Revised

Elevate your pasta nights with "Mom’s Spaghetti Sauce Revised," a hearty, flavor-packed recipe that brings comfort food to new heights. This homemade spaghetti sauce combines rich crushed tomatoes, savory garlic, and aromatic herbs like basil, oregano, and parsley, all simmered to perfection for a robust and well-balanced flavor. The addition of optional ingredients like Italian sausage or beef broth takes it to the next level, while a touch of sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely family dinners, this sauce is easy to make and pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta. Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan for a restaurant-worthy touch! Keywords: homemade spaghetti sauce, rich tomato sauce, Italian comfort food, pasta dinner, family recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (or Italian sausage, optional)
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 1 cup water (or beef broth for added flavor)
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0 to taste grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef (or Italian sausage, if using). Cook, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce.

Step 6

Add the water (or beef broth), granulated sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover partially with the lid and let it simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2300.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1986.4

Total Fat 123.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 366.9mg	0%
Sodium 5131.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 77.6g
Protein 103.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 578.2mg	0%
Iron 27.9mg	0%
Potassium 7350.1mg	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: 54.1%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 25.9%