Nikki's Spaghetti Sauce

Get ready to elevate your pasta night with Nikki's Spaghetti Sauce—a rich, hearty, and flavor-packed homemade sauce that’s perfect for pairing with your favorite spaghetti. This recipe combines succulent ground beef and savory Italian sausage with a medley of tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a splash of red wine for depth. Seasoned with a blend of dried and fresh herbs, including basil, oregano, and parsley, this sauce delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and heat, thanks to a touch of sugar and red pepper flakes. Gently simmered for up to two hours, it develops an irresistible complexity that tastes like it’s been cooked all day. Serve this iconic spaghetti sauce with a sprinkle of Parmesan for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s ideal for family meals or entertaining guests. Keywords: homemade spaghetti sauce, rich tomato sauce, pasta dinner recipe, beef and sausage sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces Canned tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup Red wine
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen its flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and red wine. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Add the sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and half of the chopped parsley. Stir to incorporate all the flavors.

Step 8

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. For a richer flavor, allow it to simmer for up to 2 hours.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Before serving, stir in the remaining chopped parsley and fresh basil, if using.

Step 11

Serve hot over cooked spaghetti, and garnish with grated Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2294.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2558.4

Total Fat 171.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.9g
Cholesterol 502.6mg	0%
Sodium 5829.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.4g	0%
Total Sugars 83.6g
Protein 138.2g	0%

Vitamin D 90.7IU	0%
Calcium 451.5mg	0%
Iron 25.4mg	0%
Potassium 6946.3mg	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: 58.3%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 20.9%