Baked Spaghetti Sauce

Transform your pasta nights with this hearty Baked Spaghetti Sauce, a rich and flavorful twist on a classic Italian favorite. Packed with layers of flavor, this oven-baked masterpiece features a combination of savory ground beef and Italian sausage, perfectly complemented by a medley of aromatic spices and a trio of tomato-based ingredients—crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce. A quick stovetop simmer enhances the sauce, while a trip to the oven delivers a thicker, deeper flavor that’s worth the wait. Topped with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, this all-in-one skillet sauce is ideal for spooning over spaghetti or elevating any pasta recipe to a new level. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this baked spaghetti sauce is comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 8 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
• 0.5 cup water
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water, combining well.

Step 7

Add the sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to incorporate the seasonings.

Step 8

Simmer the sauce over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the stovetop and stir in the chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the flavors deepen.

Step 11

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the sauce rest for 5-10 minutes.

Step 12

Serve warm over cooked spaghetti noodles, or use the baked sauce in your favorite pasta dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2245.5 grams (2245.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2872

Total Fat 207.10g	266%
Saturated Fat 74.10g	370%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 526mg	175%
Sodium 6728mg	293%
Total Carbohydrate 126.50g	46%
Dietary Fiber 27.60g	99%
Total Sugars 75.60g
Protein 148.50g	297%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 866mg	67%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 5970mg	127%

*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: 62.9%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 17.1%