My Spaghetti Sauce

Elevate your pasta nights with "My Spaghetti Sauce," a rich, hearty, and deeply flavorful homemade recipe that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep. This slow-simmered sauce combines the robust flavors of ground beef and Italian sausage with a medley of tomato products, including crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce, all beautifully seasoned with oregano, basil, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat. A touch of sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes, while fresh parsley and basil add a burst of freshness to every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this versatile sauce pairs perfectly with spaghetti or any pasta of your choice. Whether you're making a big batch for freezing or serving up a crowd, "My Spaghetti Sauce" is the ultimate comfort-food recipe that’s as satisfying as it is easy to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground Italian sausage
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon (optional) red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the ground beef and ground Italian sausage. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce until well combined.

Step 6

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir everything together to distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the sauce simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar if necessary.

Step 9

Just before serving, stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve the spaghetti sauce over cooked pasta and garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2246.8 grams (2246.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2465

Total Fat 175.80g	225%
Saturated Fat 58.20g	291%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 482mg	161%
Sodium 5059mg	220%
Total Carbohydrate 108.20g	39%
Dietary Fiber 24.30g	87%
Total Sugars 61.40g
Protein 131.00g	262%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 446mg	34%
Iron 23mg	128%
Potassium 5458mg	116%

*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: 62.3%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 17.0%