Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage or ground beef; 2 large onions, chopped (2 cups); 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (6 oz)(optional); 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen organic diced tomatoes, undrained; 2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce; 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste; 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves; 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Servings: persons

2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage or ground beef
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (6 oz)(optional)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen organic diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

1
Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
2
In 12-inch skillet cook meat, onions, mushrooms, and garlic over medium heat for about ten minutes.
3
Stir occasionally until the meat is no longer pink, and then drain (if using slow cooker.
4
If not, leave in skillet).
5
If using slow cooker, spoon meat mixture into cooker and stir in the remaining ingredients.
6
Cover and cook on low heat setting for eight to nine hours.
7
If not, keep the mixture in skillet and then stir in the other ingredients.
8
Cover and cook at a light broil until ready to serve; use your best judgement.

717

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage or ground beef, 2 large onions, chopped (2 cups), 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (6 oz)(optional), 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 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

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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