Enhance That Jar of Spaghetti Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13
Enhance That Jar of Spaghetti Sauce with Mushroom, Beef, and Red Wine
in Italian

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup red wine , divided
1 pound ground beef
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup minced garlic
2 tablespoons oregano
2 tablespoons basil
1 tablespoon rosemary
1 can tomato paste
1 jar spaghetti sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
501
Sugar
11g
Fat
31g
Spaghetti is a classic Italian dish that has become popular all over the world. It is quick, easy, and satisfying, and can be customized with a variety of sauces and toppings. This recipe takes a jar of store-bought spaghetti sauce and gives it a homemade touch by adding fresh mushrooms, red wine, and fragrant herbs. The ground beef makes the dish more substantial and satisfying, while the vegetables add color, flavor, and nutrients. This spaghetti is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family. Serve it with a crisp green salad and a crusty baguette for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Melt the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender.
3.Pour 1/2 cup of the red wine into the skillet and cook until the liquid has evaporated.
4.Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned.
5.Add the onion, tomatoes, red and green bell pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, and rosemary.
6.Mix in the tomato paste and spaghetti sauce.
7.Pour in the remaining 1/2 cup of red wine and stir.
8.Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9.Serve over your favorite pasta, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

PROS

This recipe takes advantage of the convenience of store-bought spaghetti sauce while enhancing its flavor with fresh mushrooms, red wine, and aromatic herbs.

The addition of ground beef makes the dish more substantial and satisfying.

It can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.

CONS

This recipe contains meat, which might not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

It requires some preparation and cooking time, though it is still a relatively easy recipe overall.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mushrooms are low in calories, fat-free, and high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The red wine in this recipe contains antioxidants and has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.
While this dish is not particularly low in calories or sodium, you can make it healthier by using lean ground beef, whole-grain pasta, and reducing the amount of salt used.

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