Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. extra lean ground beef; 2 cans diced tomatoes; 1 small can tomato paste; 1 small can tomato sauce; 1 small can mushrooms; garlic powder; oregano; light brown sugar; salt and pepper; 1 large onion, diced; 1 large bell pepper, diced; 2 small boxes spaghetti

Servings: persons

2 lb. extra lean ground beef
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 small can tomato paste
1 small can tomato sauce
1 small can mushrooms
garlic powder
oregano
light brown sugar
salt and pepper
1 large onion, diced
1 large bell pepper, diced
2 small boxes spaghetti

1
Brown ground beef on medium heat in large pan.
2
Add salt and pepper.
3
Remove beef from pan and drain grease.
4
Brown onion and pepper in pan then add ground beef, tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste.
5
Season with garlic powder and oregano.
6
Add water if necessary to achieve liquid consistency.
7
Add a liberal amount of brown sugar.
8
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and allow to simmer 20-30 minutes or longer.
9
Boil spaghetti in kettle.
10
Add a bit of vegetable oil to keep noodles from sticking together.
11
Boil 12-15 minutes.
12
Drain water.
13
Serve noodles covered with sauce.

639

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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. extra lean ground beef, 2 cans diced tomatoes, 1 small can tomato paste, 1 small can tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, 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!

Spaghetti Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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