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Spaghetti Meat Sauce

Savory Spaghetti Meat Sauce to Bring Comfort Home

This comforting Spaghetti Meat Sauce is a must-try meal that delights with rich flavors and comes together in just 40 minutes.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: comfort food, easy recipe, family meal, Homemade, pasta sauce, Spaghetti Meat Sauce
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients

For the Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil for sautéing aromatics
  • 1 pound Ground beef hearty protein
  • 0.5 cup Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes the heart of the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano classic Italian flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil enhances freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt for seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper adds subtle heat
  • 0.25 teaspoon Sugar (optional) tones down acidity
  • 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) for a spicy kick
  • 0.25 cup Water or beef broth to adjust consistency

Instructions

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  • Add 1 pound of ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and brown for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
  • Stir in ½ cup of finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  • Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes and stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, cooking for about 2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon each of dried oregano and dried basil, and ½ teaspoon each of salt and black pepper. Optionally add sugar and red pepper flakes.
  • Add ¼ cup of water or beef broth to adjust consistency and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

This sauce is perfect for meal prep and storing; it can be refrigerated or frozen for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 600IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg