My Mom’s Very Popular Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
My Mom's Very Popular Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

2 hrs 30 min

Ready In

2 hrs 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef
2 medium chopped onions
3 stalks chopped celery
2 diced carrots ( add as much or as little as you like )
7 1/2 ounces tomato sauce
10 ounces tomato soup
13 ounces tomato paste
28 ounces tomatoes ( I like petite )
3 cups water
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
3 teaspoons salt ( more or less depending on your taste )
1 1/2 teaspoons dry oregano
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dry basil
1 teaspoon celery seeds or 1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
253
Sugar
11g
Fat
13g
My Mom's Very Popular Spaghetti Sauce Recipe is a classic comfort food enjoyed by many families, passed down through generations. The recipe is simple yet makes a delicious and satisfying meal. It's perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering of friends. The sauce is hearty and flavorful, with a rich tomato base and a kick of spice from the Worcestershire and Tabasco sauces. The recipe makes a large amount, so it can be enjoyed over multiple meals or frozen for later use.

Instructions

1.In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and crumbled.
2.Add the onions, celery, and carrots and continue cooking until the veggies are softened.
3.Add tomato sauce, tomato soup, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, water, white sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, salt, oregano, garlic salt, basil, celery seeds, and pepper.
4.Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
5.Adjust the seasonings and serve over your favorite pasta.

PROS

This spaghetti sauce is packed with flavor and is a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

The recipe makes a large amount, perfect for meal prep or feeding a big family.

It can also be frozen for later use.

CONS

The long cooking time may be a downside for those who need a quick meal.

The sauce is not vegetarian or vegan as it contains ground beef.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are packed with nutrients like vitamin C and potassium, and their high lycopene content may help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
However, this recipe does contain added sugar and sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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