My Very Best Spaghetti Sauce

Elevate your pasta nights with "My Very Best Spaghetti Sauce," a rich and hearty homemade sauce that bursts with authentic Italian flavors! This recipe combines a savory blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, perfectly seasoned with aromatic garlic, sweet onion, and a medley of dried herbs like basil and Italian seasoning. Crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a touch of sugar create a luscious texture and balanced acidity, while a splash of optional dry red wine takes the flavor profile to gourmet heights. Simmered to perfection for an hour, this sauce develops deep, complex flavors that pair beautifully with your favorite pasta. Whether you're preparing a comforting family dinner or impressing guests, this spaghetti sauce is your go-to recipe for a satisfying, soul-warming meal. Keywords: homemade spaghetti sauce, Italian pasta sauce, rich tomato sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 3 ounces tomato paste
• 8 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup dry red wine (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Mix in the sugar, dried basil, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 7

If using, stir in the red wine to enhance the depth of flavor.

Step 8

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover partially with a lid and let the sauce simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a pinch of sugar if the sauce tastes too acidic.

Step 10

Serve the sauce over spaghetti or your favorite pasta, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2140.8 grams (2140.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2542

Total Fat 182.50g	234%
Saturated Fat 62.00g	310%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 473mg	158%
Sodium 7176mg	312%
Total Carbohydrate 112.40g	41%
Dietary Fiber 23.40g	84%
Total Sugars 67.90g
Protein 128.30g	257%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348mg	27%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 5045mg	107%

*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: 63.0%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 17.3%