Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
Overview:
This hearty Spaghetti Sauce recipe is a classic that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. It’s rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Let’s dive into the details of how to make this delicious sauce that’s sure to become a favorite!
Recipe Details:
- Name: Spaghetti Sauce
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Spaghetti, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 405.5
- Fat: 12.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.7g
- Cholesterol: 51.4mg
- Sodium: 1609.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 51.5g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 13g
- Protein: 24g
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- Spaghetti, cooked according to package instructions
Instructions:
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Brown the Ground Beef and Onion:
- In a Dutch oven or large skillet, brown the ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat until the meat is no longer pink and the onion is translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
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Add Remaining Ingredients:
- To the cooked ground beef and onion, add minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, fresh parsley, dried parsley, salt, oregano, black pepper, bay leaf, dried basil, tomato paste, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies). Stir well to combine.
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Simmer the Sauce:
- Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the sauce simmer covered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Uncover and Continue Simmering:
- After 1 hour, uncover the pot and continue to simmer the sauce for an additional 1.5 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken. Stir occasionally.
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Finish and Serve:
- If using, stir in the white wine during the last 15 minutes of cooking. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Serve the spaghetti sauce over cooked spaghetti noodles, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Tips for Success:
- For a richer flavor, use lean ground beef or a mix of beef and Italian sausage.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste. You can add more herbs or spices according to your preference.
- The white wine is optional but adds depth to the sauce. Feel free to omit or substitute with beef broth if preferred.
Enjoy Your Meal:
This Spaghetti Sauce recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or for entertaining guests. Serve it with a side of garlic bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal. The sauce also freezes well, so you can make a batch ahead of time for quick and easy meals during busy weekdays. Bon appétit! 🍝
