Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
Transform your pasta night with this rich and hearty homemade spaghetti sauce, packed with robust flavors of ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and savory ground beef. Perfect for a cozy family meal, this American-style sauce is easy to make and sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
🛒Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
🔧Kitchen Tools Needed
- large pot
- wooden spoon
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
📝Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Stir in chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
- 4
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Mix well.
- 6
Add sugar, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce heat to low.
- 8
Cover and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 9
Stir in fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese just before serving.
- 10
Serve hot over your favorite cooked spaghetti noodles.
🥗Nutrition Information
⚡Calories per serving: 320
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this sauce vegetarian?
Yes, you can substitute the ground beef with plant-based ground meat or simply omit it for a vegetarian version.
How can I store leftover spaghetti sauce?
Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze it for up to 3 months.
