Savory Spaghetti Sauce
Transform your pasta nights with this rich and hearty Savory Spaghetti Sauce, a recipe bursting with robust flavors and comforting aromas. Made with a dynamic blend of tender ground beef, flavorful Italian sausage, and a slow-simmered tomato base enriched with olive oil, garlic, and a perfect medley of dried and fresh herbs, this sauce strikes the ideal balance of savory, slightly sweet, and spicy notes. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleaser features optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat and a fresh parsley and basil finish for added vibrancy. Perfect for spaghetti or your favorite pasta, this homemade spaghetti sauce delivers an irresistible depth of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the ground beef and Italian sausage to the pot. Cook, breaking it up into small pieces, until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water, mixing evenly.
Sprinkle in the dried basil, oregano, sugar, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid, leaving a small gap for steam to escape.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Just before serving, stir in the fresh parsley and optional fresh basil for a bright finish.
Serve hot over your favorite pasta, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.6 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.4 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 473 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 4966 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.7 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.8 g | ||
| Protein | 119.5 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 3857 mg | 82% | |
*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.
