Mushroom Beef Spaghetti Sauce

Transform your pasta night with this hearty and flavorful Mushroom Beef Spaghetti Sauce, a perfect blend of rich ground beef, earthy button mushrooms, and aromatic herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme. Simmered to perfection with tangy diced tomatoes, a touch of tomato paste, and a splash of beef broth, this sauce offers a luxurious texture and deep, savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Quick and easy to prepare in just 50 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it over your favorite pasta and elevate it with optional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a gourmet touch. Perfectly comforting and endlessly versatile, this homemade spaghetti sauce is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional), grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional), chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the pan and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and any released liquid has mostly evaporated.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth to the pan. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Mix in the basil, oregano, thyme, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. For a thicker sauce, continue to simmer a bit longer.

Step 10

Optional: Stir in Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 11

Serve the sauce hot over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1956.1 grams (1956.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1616

Total Fat 111.30g	143%
Saturated Fat 36.80g	184%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 5043mg	219%
Total Carbohydrate 75.60g	27%
Dietary Fiber 17.80g	64%
Total Sugars 44.80g
Protein 98.30g	197%

Vitamin D 23IU	114%
Calcium 301mg	23%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 4134mg	88%

*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: 59.0%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 17.8%