My Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
Overview:
My Spaghetti Sauce may appear daunting with its list of ingredients, but fear not! It’s actually a relatively simple recipe, predominantly comprising a delightful array of spices. This sauce pairs exquisitely with French bread, especially when following my sister’s instructions, resulting in a loaf with a wonderfully crisp crust.
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Recipe Category: Sauces
- Keywords: Meat, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
Here’s what you’ll need to create this flavorful sauce:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ground beef |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 1/2 | Sea salt |
| 1/2 | Oregano |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 1/2 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/4 | Parsley flakes |
| 1/4 | Fresh ground black pepper |
| 1 | Basil |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 | Tomato puree |
| 1/4 | Parsley |
| 1/3 | Red wine |
| 1/2 | Sugar |
| 1/2 | Water |
| 3/4 | Garlic clove |
| 1 | Mushroom |
| 1/2 | Basil |
| 1 | Sea salt |
| 1 | Pepper |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 427.8
- Fat Content: 23.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 181.2mg
- Sodium Content: 1218.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 19g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 9g
- Protein Content: 33.3g
Instructions:
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Prepare Meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, finely chopped onion, sea salt, oregano, minced garlic cloves, grated Parmesan cheese, parsley flakes, fresh ground black pepper, chopped basil, and beaten eggs.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
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Brown Meatballs:
- Place a medium to large pot on the right burner over low heat, and a skillet on the left burner over medium-high heat.
- As the meatballs are formed, place the first batch into the skillet to brown.
- Once the meatballs are about halfway cooked through, transfer them to the pot.
- Repeat this process with the remaining meatballs.
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Prepare Sauce:
- After browning all the meatballs, add 3/4 cup of water to the skillet to deglaze, picking up all the flavorful bits left behind.
- Pour the water, along with its flavorful essence, into the pot with the meatballs.
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Simmer Sauce:
- Add the remaining sauce ingredients to the pot with the meatballs.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the sauce to a simmer.
- Cover and continue cooking at a low simmer until the meatballs are thoroughly cooked.
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Serve:
- Serve the sauce over pasta or rice for a satisfying meal.
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Enhance with French Bread:
- For a delightful accompaniment, preheat your oven to 325°F.
- Place the whole (unsliced) French bread in the oven for 5-10 minutes until warmed through.
- Remove from the oven, slice, and serve with butter or garlic butter on the side.
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Enjoy:
- This sauce is best enjoyed after allowing the flavors to meld for a day.
Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- The sauce can also be frozen for longer preservation, simply thaw and reheat when ready to enjoy again.
Now, gather your ingredients, follow these simple steps, and get ready to delight your taste buds with this savory spaghetti sauce! 🍝🥖
