Bob’s Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes
Yield: 6-4 quarts
Calories: 575.1 per serving
Rating: ★★★★☆
Category: Sauces
Keywords: Kid Friendly, Easy
Ingredients:
- 2 green peppers
- 2 onions
- 4 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 can tomato sauce (24 oz)
- 1 can tomato juice (32 oz)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
Instructions:
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Brown the Chuck:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground chuck over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Saute Onions and Green Pepper:
- Add the chopped onions and green peppers to the pot with the ground chuck. Saute until the onions are translucent and the peppers are tender.
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Add Remaining Ingredients:
- Stir in the tomato paste, tomato sauce, tomato juice, ketchup, minced garlic, and brown sugar. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
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Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld together and develop fully.
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Adjust Sweetness (if needed):
- Taste the sauce occasionally during cooking. If it becomes too bitter, stir in additional brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired sweetness is achieved.
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Freezing Instructions:
- This spaghetti sauce freezes exceptionally well. Allow it to cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers or bags. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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Note:
- Occasionally, the sizes of canned ingredients may vary slightly from what is listed in the recipe. Use the closest available sizes without worrying, as it won’t significantly affect the final outcome of the sauce.
This hearty and flavorful spaghetti sauce recipe from Bob is perfect for family dinners and gatherings. It’s kid-friendly, easy to make, and guaranteed to satisfy everyone around your table. Serve generously over your favorite pasta and enjoy the rich, savory flavors that develop over a slow simmer.
