🛒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.
