Homemade Spaghetti Sauce: Rich, Meaty, and Comforting Bliss
Indulge in this homemade spaghetti sauce, a rich and meaty delight perfect for any pasta dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauces
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: none
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and sugar.
- Simmer for at least 30 minutes to make the flavors meld.
- Stir in parsley before serving.
Notes
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 350 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Homemade Spaghetti Sauce, Rich Sauce, Meaty Sauce