Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 Yellow Onions, Chopped; 1 teaspoon Black Pepper; 5 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 pound Ground Beef; 1 pound Ground Italian Sausage, Spicy; 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano; 1 Tablespoon Dried Basil; 2 cans (28 Oz. Size) Crushed Tomatoes; 1 can (14 Oz. Size) Tomato Sauce; 1 can (4 Oz. Size) Tomato Paste; 1 Tablespoon Mustard (Spicy Or Yellow); 2 pounds Spaghetti

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 Yellow Onions, Chopped
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
5 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 pound Ground Beef
1 pound Ground Italian Sausage, Spicy
1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
1 Tablespoon Dried Basil
2 cans (28 Oz. Size) Crushed Tomatoes
1 can (14 Oz. Size) Tomato Sauce
1 can (4 Oz. Size) Tomato Paste
1 Tablespoon Mustard (Spicy Or Yellow)
2 pounds Spaghetti

1
Bring 8 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot for the spaghetti.
2
Heat another large pot over medium high heat.
3
Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.
4
Add onions and saute until soft (approximately 7 minutes), then add garlic and stir another minute or two.
5
Spread onions and garlic to the edges of the pot.
6
Add ground beef and ground sausage.
7
Let brown undisturbed for 3 or 4 minutes, then crumble and mix.
8
Continue until cooked through (approximately 10 minutes total).
9
Add 2 large pinches of salt, pepper, and the oregano and basil.
10
Stir another 2 minutes.
11
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste (use the paste can to add 2 cans of water to the sauce).
12
Mix well and bring to a simmer.
13
Add mustard and simmer on low heat at least 15 minutes, but the longer the better.
14
While sauce is simmering, cook spaghetti according to the package directions.
15
Drain, immediately and return to the pot, then ladle a couple cups of the sauce into the pot with the spaghetti.
16
Stir until well-coated.
17
This will prevent the pasta from sticking together.
18
Serve in individual bowls, topped with more of the delicious sauce that you made from the heart.

466

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Protein

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 2 Yellow Onions, Chopped, 1 teaspoon Black Pepper, 5 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Homemade 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!

Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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