Enhanced Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Enhanced Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large jar your favorite spaghetti sauce; 1 small can tomato paste; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 small can sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 large onion, cut in chunks; 1 bell pepper; 1 lb. Italian sausage; 1 lb. ground beef or turkey; garlic powder; oregano; black pepper; salt

Servings: persons

1 large jar your favorite spaghetti sauce
1 small can tomato paste
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 small can sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, cut in chunks
1 bell pepper
1 lb. Italian sausage
1 lb. ground beef or turkey
garlic powder
oregano
black pepper
salt

1
In large pot, heat spaghetti sauce.
2
In skillet, brown hamburger and sausage with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
3
Drain and add to sauce.
4
In same skillet, saute mushrooms, onion and bell pepper in olive oil; stir in ripe olives and sprinkle with oregano; add to sauce.
5
Stir in can of tomato paste.
6
Cook on low heat until hot throughout (or let simmer all day for even more flavor).
7
Cook spaghetti in boiling salted water, adding 1 teaspoon oil to prevent sticking.
8
Drain.
9
Serve sauce ladled over cooked spaghetti.

345

kcal

Calories

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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large jar your favorite spaghetti sauce, 1 small can tomato paste, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 small can sliced fresh mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Enhanced 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!

Enhanced Spaghetti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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