Andy's Chunky Veggie Pasta Sauce Recipe

Name: Andy's Chunky Veggie Pasta Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb lean grnd beef; 1 med yellow onion, minced; 1 x 15 ounce can peeled tomatoes or possibly; 3 med fresh peeled plus; 1/2 c. water; 1/2 med bell pepper (any color), minced; 1/2 c. sliced mushrooms (canned is fine); 3 stalk celery, sliced; 2 cl garlic, chopped; 1 tsp garlic pwdr; 1 tsp oregano; 1 tsp basil; 1 tsp rosemary; 1/2 tsp thyme; 1 x dollop good extra virgin olive oil x-tra warm sauce to taste fresh grnd black pepper grated parmesan or possibly Romano cheese

Servings: persons

1/2 lb lean grnd beef
1 med yellow onion, minced
1 x 15 ounce can peeled tomatoes or possibly
3 med fresh peeled plus
1/2 c. water
1/2 med bell pepper (any color), minced
1/2 c. sliced mushrooms (canned is fine)
3 stalk celery, sliced
2 cl garlic, chopped
1 tsp garlic pwdr
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp basil
1 tsp rosemary
1/2 tsp thyme
1 x dollop good extra virgin olive oil x-tra warm sauce to taste fresh grnd black pepper grated parmesan or possibly Romano cheese

1
Brown the grnd beef with the onions in a medium to large skillet (it should have a lid; alternatively, a large covered saucepan may be used).
2
Drain the fat.
3
Chop the tomatoes into bite-size pcs (don't drain) and add in to the beef.
4
Add in the mushrooms, celery, pepper and garlic.
5
Add in herbs, crushing first, making sure the rosemary needles are well broken-up.
6
Add in a dollop (just sufficient for flavor) of extra virgin olive oil, grind some pepper on top to taste.
7
Finally, add in the warm sauce to taste, remembering which the sauce simmers down and it will concentrate the warm stuff!
8
Cook on medium heat for 5-10 min uncovered, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 min.
9
Uncover, and reduce sauce till it is the desired consistency.
10
Serve over pasta with grated cheese and crusty bread.
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb lean grnd beef, 1 med yellow onion, minced, 1 x 15 ounce can peeled tomatoes or possibly, 3 med fresh peeled plus, and more.

Yes, Andy's Chunky Veggie Pasta Sauce Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!