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Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Spaghetti Sauce Recipe: Rich and Flavorful

Rich Spaghetti Sauce with tomatoes and meat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • Spaghetti Sauce:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef or sausage
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp basil
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tsp sugar optional
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • ¼ cup red wine optional
  • Optional: Basil parsley
  • Suggested Pairings: Spaghetti red wine

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil, cook beef for 5-7 minutes until browned; drain excess fat.
  • Add onion, cook for 3-4 minutes; add garlic, cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in tomatoes, sauce, paste, herbs, spices, sugar, and wine; simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning.
  • Garnish with basil; serve over spaghetti with wine.

Notes

  • Use quality tomatoes for flavor.
  • Store in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
  • Try a vegetarian variation.
  • Pair with garlic bread.