Hot-Pepper Pasta Sauce Recipe

Name: Hot-Pepper Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 16 ounces tomato paste; 3 serrano peppers, chopped; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1 bay leaf; 3 teaspoons oregano; 2 teaspoons basil; 1/4 teaspoon sage; 1 pinch dried cilantro; 1/2 red bell pepper, diced to be added with cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
16 ounces tomato paste
3 serrano peppers, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 bay leaf
3 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons basil
1/4 teaspoon sage
1 pinch dried cilantro
1/2 red bell pepper, diced to be added with cilantro (optional)

1
In medium saucepan on medium heat, brown meat along with bay leaf, oregano, basil, sage, garlic and serranos.
2
As meat turns from red to browny-pink, add cilantro (and red pepper, if you're adding it).
3
When meat is completely brown, add tomato paste and stir in thoroughly.
4
Optional: If draining grease, do so before adding sauce.
5
You may want to add more oregano and basil to taste after draining.
6
Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
7
Serve over pasta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 16 ounces tomato paste, 3 serrano peppers, chopped, 1 clove garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Hot-Pepper Pasta 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.

Hot-Pepper Pasta Sauce

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