3 2 1 Spaghetti Sauce
Simple, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying, the '3 2 1 Spaghetti Sauce' is the perfect go-to recipe for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This easy-to-remember recipe—featuring 3 cups of crushed tomatoes, 2 cups of savory ground meat or Italian sausage, and 1 cup of tender chopped onion—comes together in just 40 minutes, including prep and cook time. Enhanced with garlic, aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, and a hint of optional sugar for balance, this sauce delivers a rich, homemade taste without the hassle. Serve it over a bed of freshly cooked spaghetti, then garnish with grated Parmesan and vibrant fresh basil for a dish that's as comforting as it is crowd-pleasing. Perfect for pasta lovers, this recipe is your new staple for delicious, no-fuss Italian-inspired dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups Ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 cup Chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 1 pound Cooked spaghetti (optional, for serving)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the ground beef or Italian sausage to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, ground black pepper, and sugar (if using). Mix well to combine.
Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and let the sauce cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions if serving with pasta. Drain and set aside.
Once the sauce is ready, serve it over the cooked spaghetti or your preferred pasta. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2782 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.6 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.8 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 4214 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.5 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 162.1 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1636 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 4075 mg | 87% | |
*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.
