Tomato Meat Sauce

Rich, hearty, and brimming with bold flavors, this Tomato Meat Sauce is the ultimate comfort food classic. Made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, fragrant sautéed onions, and robust garlic, it's simmered to perfection with a medley of Italian-inspired seasonings, including dried basil, oregano, and a touch of red wine for depth. The addition of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a hint of sugar creates a luscious, velvety sauce that clings beautifully to your favorite pasta. This versatile meat sauce is perfect for everything from spaghetti to lasagna, offering a deliciously satisfying meal for the whole family. With its simple preparation and rich, slow-simmered taste, this recipe is your go-to for homemade Italian goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 28 ounce can canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup red wine
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef and ground pork. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a spoon, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Drain any excess fat from the pot.

Step 5

Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 8

Cover the pot and let the sauce simmer gently for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 11

Serve the sauce over cooked pasta or use as a filling for lasagna.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1886.5 grams (1886.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2389

Total Fat 158.00g	203%
Saturated Fat 54.10g	271%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 525mg	175%
Sodium 3832mg	167%
Total Carbohydrate 85.90g	31%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 51.70g
Protein 142.00g	284%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 467mg	36%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 4692mg	100%

*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: 60.9%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 14.7%