Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce
Savor the rich and hearty flavors of this Ground Beef with Tomato Sauce recipe, a comfort food classic that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. In just 40 minutes, you'll create a robust and savory sauce featuring juicy ground beef, fragrant garlic, and aromatic spices like oregano and basil, all simmered in a luscious blend of crushed tomatoes and tomato paste with a hint of sweetness from a touch of sugar. The optional red pepper flakes add a subtle kick, while fresh parsley sprinkled at the end enhances its vibrant, homemade appeal. This versatile dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or even works as a filling for stuffed vegetables, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite. Simple ingredients and bold flavors make this recipe a staple in any kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onion is translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook the beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
Serve the ground beef with tomato sauce over your choice of pasta, rice, or as a filling, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.5 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.5 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 3683 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.0 g | ||
| Protein | 81.4 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 4322 mg | 92% | |
*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.
