Jo Mama'S World Famous Spaghetti Recipe

Name: Jo Mama'S World Famous Spaghetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs Italian sausage, casings removed (mild or hot); 1 small onion, chopped (optional); 3 -4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste; 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 2 cups water (for a long period of simmering for flavors to meld. If you don't want to simmer it as long, add less); 3 teaspoons basil; 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes; 1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; 1/4 cup red wine (a good Cabernet!); 1 lb thin spaghetti; parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 lbs Italian sausage, casings removed (mild or hot)
1 small onion, chopped (optional)
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups water (for a long period of simmering for flavors to meld. If you don't want to simmer it as long, add less)
3 teaspoons basil
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine (a good Cabernet!)
1 lb thin spaghetti
parmesan cheese

1
In large, heavy stockpot, brown Italian sausage, breaking up as you stir.
2
Add onions and continue to cook, stirring occasionally until onions are softened.
3
Add garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce and water.
4
Add basil, parsley, brown sugar, salt, crushed red pepper, and black pepper.
5
Stir well and barely bring to a boil.
6
Stir in red wine.
7
Simmer on low, stirring frequently for at least an hour. A longer simmer makes for a better sauce, just be careful not to let it burn!
8
Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
9
Spoon sauce over drained spaghetti noodles and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

151

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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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs Italian sausage, casings removed (mild or hot), 1 small onion, chopped (optional), 3 -4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Jo Mama'S World Famous Spaghetti 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!

Jo Mama'S World Famous Spaghetti

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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