Bek’s Spiced up Spaghetti Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15
Bek's Spiced up Spaghetti Sauce Recipe with Italian Sausage and Vegetables
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb hot Italian sausage link ( I prefer Johnsonville )
1 large onion , diced
1 large green pepper , seeded and diced
4 large garlic cloves , pressed ( or minced from a jar )
3 tablespoons pesto sauce , jarred ( I use Classico Traditional Basil Pesto )
1 medium eggplant , peeled and diced
2 medium zucchini , diced
8 ounces fresh mushrooms , sliced
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 cans crushed tomatoes , with juice
1 can rotel tomatoes and green chilies
3 jars spaghetti sauce ( Use your favorite , I like Classico )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
485
Sugar
15g
Fat
28g
Bek's Spiced up Spaghetti Sauce is a flavorful and hearty meal that's perfect for a family dinner or meal prepping for the week. This recipe takes classic spaghetti sauce and adds a variety of vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition. The Italian sausage provides protein and spice, while the eggplant, zucchini, and mushrooms add texture and a serving of vegetables. The addition of red wine helps enhance the flavors and provide a heart-healthy boost. Serve this sauce over your favorite pasta for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Cook the sausage in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain the fat and set the sausage aside.
2.Add the onion, green pepper, garlic, pesto sauce, eggplant, and zucchini to the pot, stirring to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
3.Add the sliced mushrooms, red wine, crushed tomatoes, rotel tomatoes and green chilies, and spaghetti sauce to the pot, stirring to combine.
4.Add the cooked sausage back to the pot, and bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, and let the sauce simmer for 30-60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, and enjoy!

PROS

This spaghetti sauce recipe is packed with vegetables and protein, making it a healthy and filling meal.

It’s also easy to customize to your tastes – use your favorite type of pasta and adjust the level of spiciness by choosing mild or hot ingredients.

CONS

This recipe makes a large batch of sauce, so it may be too much for smaller households or those who don’t enjoy leftovers.

It’s also not a quick meal – the sauce needs to simmer for at least 30 minutes, so plan accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This spaghetti sauce recipe is a great way to get a serving of vegetables and heart-healthy red wine.
The hot Italian sausage provides protein, and the garlic and mushrooms may have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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