Joezepies Spaghetti Sauce

Savor the rich, homemade flavors of Joezepies Spaghetti Sauce, a hearty, all-purpose pasta sauce that brings old-world Italian charm straight to your kitchen. Crafted with a perfectly balanced blend of savory ground beef or Italian sausage, aromatic garlic, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, this sauce simmers to perfection for an hour to develop its deep, satisfying taste. A hint of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of crushed tomatoes, while fresh parsley and basil added at the end lend a vibrant finish. Whether you’re tossing it with spaghetti or using it as a base for other Italian classics, this versatile sauce promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, Joezepies Spaghetti Sauce transforms simple ingredients into a comforting culinary masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef or ground Italian sausage
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 cup water (if needed to adjust consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the ground beef or ground Italian sausage to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the granulated sugar, salt, and cracked black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. If the sauce becomes too thick, add water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

During the final 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the chopped fresh parsley and fresh basil leaves for bright, fresh flavor.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed before serving.

Step 10

Serve over your favorite spaghetti or pasta, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1576.5 grams (1576.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1670

Total Fat 121.00g	155%
Saturated Fat 40.70g	204%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 363mg	121%
Sodium 2798mg	122%
Total Carbohydrate 63.90g	23%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 36.20g
Protein 87.90g	176%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292mg	22%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 3545mg	75%

*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: 64.2%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 15.1%