Spaghetti Sauce Mcbirney Style

Experience the bold, comforting flavors of "Spaghetti Sauce McBirney Style," a hearty, homemade pasta sauce that’s perfect for elevating family dinner nights. This rich and savory sauce combines tender ground beef and flavorful Italian sausage, simmered to perfection with a medley of canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and aromatic beef broth. Infused with a harmonious blend of dried herbs—basil, oregano, thyme—and a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat, this slow-cooked sauce achieves restaurant-quality depth right in your kitchen. Ready in just over 90 minutes, it’s an ideal make-ahead recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it over your favorite pasta, garnish with fresh parsley, and don’t forget a sprinkle of Parmesan for a satisfying, classic Italian-inspired dinner! This recipe is sure to become a cherished addition to your spaghetti night repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium-sized yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 15 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, just until fragrant.

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

Add the granulated sugar, dried basil, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve hot over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Pair with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2054.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2504.5

Total Fat 183.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 493.5mg	0%
Sodium 3991.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 63.7g
Protein 131.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 372.1mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 5381.1mg	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: 63.1%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 16.7%