D. A.'S Best Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: D. A.'S Best Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 qt. fresh peeled or canned tomatoes; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lb. ground beef; 1 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 Tbsp. oregano; 1 Tbsp. sweet basil; 1 Tbsp. thyme; 1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste; 3/4 c. sugar; 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese; 2 to 3 bay leaves

Servings: persons

5 qt. fresh peeled or canned tomatoes
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. ground beef
1 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 Tbsp. oregano
1 Tbsp. sweet basil
1 Tbsp. thyme
1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese
2 to 3 bay leaves

1
Brown ground beef and garlic in a large stockpot in a tablespoon of olive oil.
2
When meat is almost cooked, add mushrooms and onions; continue browning until vegetables are slightly tender. Drain meat mixture.
3
Add oregano, basil, thyme, bay leaves and tomatoes.
4
Bring almost to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 2 to 3 hours.
5
Add tomato paste, sugar and Parmesan cheese.
6
Continue simmering for 1 more hour.
7
Serve over your favorite pasta.
8
Recipe makes approximately 1 gallon of sauce.
9
Freezes in Ziploc bags well for another day.

672

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 qt. fresh peeled or canned tomatoes, 1 large onion, chopped, 4 cloves garlic, minced, 1 lb. ground beef, and more.

Yes, D. A.'S Best Spaghetti Sauce 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!

D. A.'S Best Spaghetti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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