Homemade Pasta – Spaghetti Sauce – This Ain’t No Prego

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Homemade Pasta - Spaghetti Sauce - This Ain't No Prego
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Prep

20 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

110 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey , preferably lean
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion , chopped
1 carrot , cut to desired size- I shred then chop to get them tiny
1 celery rib , diced
1 green pepper , diced
4 garlic cloves , more if you like
1/2 cup red wine
28 ounces canned tomatoes , whole
1 tablespoon brown sugar
16 ounces tomato sauce
5 1/2 ounces tomato paste , gives a thicker sauce ( optional )
1/4 cup parsley , chopped
1 tablespoon italian seasoning ( if you dont have this make your own with 1 tsp each basil , oregano and thyme )
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt and pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup parmesan cheese , thickens and adds great flavor

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
371
Sugar
14g
Fat
20g
Have you ever wondered how to make pasta sauce from scratch? Well, wonder no more! This homemade Spaghetti Sauce is bursting with flavor and is sure to become a family favorite. The recipe uses canned tomatoes, red wine, and a blend of spices to achieve a rich and savory sauce that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This recipe is perfect for when you want to impress dinner guests or just want to indulge in a delicious comfort food. Serve it with your favorite homemade pasta and enjoy the authentic taste of Italian cuisine.

Instructions

1.Heat a large pot with olive oil over medium-high heat, and cook ground beef or turkey until browned.
2.Add onions, carrots, celery, green pepper, and garlic and cook until vegetables are tender.
3.Add red wine, canned whole tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, parsley, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, chili pepper flakes, and ground cinnamon.
4.Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 - 2 hours to allow the flavors to permeate.
5.Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasonings to your liking.
6.Serve with your homemade pasta and parmesan cheese.

PROS

This homemade Spaghetti Sauce has an amazing depth of flavor that will impress every pasta lover.

It’s also easy to make, as most of the ingredients are pantry staples that you probably already have on hand.

CONS

The prep time for this sauce is longer than some other pasta sauces, but the end result is worth it.

Also, the balsamic vinegar gives the sauce a slight sweetness that may not be to everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Spaghetti Sauce is a good source of protein, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
Tomatoes contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of some types of cancer.

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