Whit'S Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Whit'S Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large onions, chopped coursely; 6-7 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lb. ground beef; 2 lb. spicy italian sausage, casing removed and crumbled; 2 Tbsp oregano; 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning; 2 tsp of dried basil; 1 Tbsp fennel seeds; 1 1/2 tsp sugar; salt & pepper to taste; 1/2 Tbsp crushed red pepper flakes; 2-3 cans diced tomatoes with juice; 1 small can tomato sauce; 1 small can tomato paste; 1 jar of tomato/basil spaghetti sauce (optional); 1 - 1 1/2 cups good red wine; 1 package sliced mushrooms

Servings: persons

2 large onions, chopped coursely
6-7 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. ground beef
2 lb. spicy italian sausage, casing removed and crumbled
2 Tbsp oregano
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
2 tsp of dried basil
1 Tbsp fennel seeds
1 1/2 tsp sugar
salt & pepper to taste
1/2 Tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
2-3 cans diced tomatoes with juice
1 small can tomato sauce
1 small can tomato paste
1 jar of tomato/basil spaghetti sauce (optional)
1 - 1 1/2 cups good red wine
1 package sliced mushrooms

1
Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and saute until onion is soft. Add ground beef and sausage, and saute until meat is cooked through. Add all herbs and spices, and cook for approximately 3 minutes to let flavors blend. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, paste, prepared spaghetti sauce if using, and red wine, stir well.
2
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer lightly for approximately 20 minutes (use splatter guard if desired, but do not cover). Stire frequently to avoid burning. Add water and/or wine as needed to desired consistency.
3
Add mushrooms, stir in, and let cook an additional 10 minutes covered.
4
Taste, and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve with pasta of choice.

590

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large onions, chopped coursely, 6-7 cloves garlic, minced, 1 lb. ground beef, 2 lb. spicy italian sausage, casing removed and crumbled, and more.

Yes, Whit'S 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!

Whit'S Spaghetti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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