Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Best Spaghetti Meat Sauce, a rich and hearty blend of tomatoes, herbs, and tender ground beef. This sauce is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, bringing everyone together for a delicious meal. With its inviting aroma and robust flavors, it’s sure to have your taste buds dancing in delight. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices for a personal touch that makes every bite special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup red wine (optional)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in whole canned tomatoes with juice and tomato paste. Stir in Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add red wine if desired.
- Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer gently for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed before serving over cooked spaghetti noodles with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added depth, consider incorporating red wine or crushed red pepper for some heat. - Sneak in vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to boost nutrition without losing flavor.