Joezepies Spaghetti Sauce
Savor the rich, homemade flavors of Joezepies Spaghetti Sauce, a hearty, all-purpose pasta sauce that brings old-world Italian charm straight to your kitchen. Crafted with a perfectly balanced blend of savory ground beef or Italian sausage, aromatic garlic, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, this sauce simmers to perfection for an hour to develop its deep, satisfying taste. A hint of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of crushed tomatoes, while fresh parsley and basil added at the end lend a vibrant finish. Whether you’re tossing it with spaghetti or using it as a base for other Italian classics, this versatile sauce promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, Joezepies Spaghetti Sauce transforms simple ingredients into a comforting culinary masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef or ground Italian sausage
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 cup water (if needed to adjust consistency)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion, and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the ground beef or ground Italian sausage to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat if needed.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine.
Add the granulated sugar, salt, and cracked black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. If the sauce becomes too thick, add water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
During the final 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the chopped fresh parsley and fresh basil leaves for bright, fresh flavor.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed before serving.
Serve over your favorite spaghetti or pasta, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 395 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 686 mg | 15% | |
*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.
