Tomato Meat Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this rich and flavorful Tomato Meat Sauce! Simmered low and slow, this hearty sauce combines the savory blend of ground beef and pork, aromatic garlic and onion, and the bold addition of red wine for a deep, complex flavor. Crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of Italian herbs like oregano and basil create a luscious tomato base, perfectly balanced by a hint of sweetness and seasoning. A long simmer ensures the sauce develops an irresistibly thick texture, while fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness at the end. Ideal for pairing with your favorite pasta or layered in lasagna, this recipe is a comforting classic that’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a family. With just 15 minutes of prep and pantry-friendly ingredients, this homemade meat sauce will become a go-to for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
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.
Drain any excess fat from the pot.
Pour in the red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Cover the pot and let the sauce simmer gently for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper if necessary.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
Serve the sauce over cooked pasta or use as a filling for lasagna.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.9 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 564 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*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.
