My Mama Iuliucci's Don't Skip a Step Spaghetti Sauce

Unveil the heartwarming tradition of "My Mama Iuliucci's Don't Skip a Step Spaghetti Sauce," a rich, slow-simmered masterpiece packed with robust flavors and generations of love. This authentic Italian-American recipe layers deep complexity with caramelized onions, fragrant garlic, and a perfect duo of ground beef and sweet Italian sausage. Infused with a touch of red wine and fresh herbs like basil and oregano, every ingredient is meticulously combined to create a luscious, velvety sauce that clings beautifully to pasta. With a simmering time of three hours, the flavors meld to perfection, making patience the secret ingredient you can’t skip. Whether you're hosting a family dinner or indulging in comfort food, this hearty spaghetti sauce is a crowd-pleaser that brings the taste of homemade tradition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 0.5 pound sweet Italian sausage, casing removed
• 0.75 cup red wine
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces canned tomato paste
• 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the pot.

Step 4

Deglaze the pot by pouring in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the sugar, fresh basil, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Stir everything together.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot, leaving the lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape. Simmer the sauce for at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve hot over your favorite pasta and enjoy Mama Iuliucci's rich and flavorful spaghetti sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2503.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2291.2

Total Fat 114.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 417.1mg	0%
Sodium 6517.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 89.2g
Protein 149.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 528.2mg	0%
Iron 33.0mg	0%
Potassium 6235.6mg	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: 46.4%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 26.6%