Mimi'S Fantastic Thick Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Mimi'S Fantastic Thick Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb italian sweet sausage; 1 lb hamburger (I use chuck (80% I think it is); 2 fresh garlic cloves (minced); 1/2 medium onion (chopped); 2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree (see note above on the brand I use); 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 2 1/2 cups water; 3 1/2 teaspoons basil; 2 1/2 teaspoons parsley; 2 teaspoons brown sugar (could use white if you want to); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb italian sweet sausage
1 lb hamburger (I use chuck (80% I think it is)
2 fresh garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 medium onion (chopped)
2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree (see note above on the brand I use)
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 1/2 cups water
3 1/2 teaspoons basil
2 1/2 teaspoons parsley
2 teaspoons brown sugar (could use white if you want to)
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

1
In a heavy pot, brown sausage and hamburg, breaking it up into smaller pieces.
2
Add chopped onions and minced garlic and cook till meat is done; add tomato paste and stir until it is mixed in well.
3
Add tomato puree, sauce, and water (when measuring the water, put it into the puree can to rinse it all out and then add to meat mixture).
4
Add basil, brown sugar, salt, parsley, and black pepper and mix well.
5
Add the Parmesan cheese (yes, to the the sauce) and mix it in well.
6
Simmer on low for 2-4 hours stirring occasionally so it won't burn; if you think it needs some thinning down, add about 1/8 cup water at a time; don't add too much because you want it thick so it will stick to your pasta.
7
Cook your spaghetti and enjoy! Eat what you want and freeze the rest in containers that will hold the amount you will eat at a sitting.

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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.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb italian sweet sausage, 1 lb hamburger (I use chuck (80% I think it is), 2 fresh garlic cloves (minced), 1/2 medium onion (chopped), and more.

Yes, Mimi'S Fantastic Thick 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!

Mimi'S Fantastic Thick Spaghetti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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