Mom’s Spaghetti Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Authentic Italian-style Mom's Spaghetti Sauce recipe
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion , chopped
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
7 tablespoons olive oil
1 can tomato juice
1 1/2 cans tomato sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
445
Sugar
10g
Fat
31g
Mom's Spaghetti Sauce is an authentic Italian-style sauce that has been enjoyed by families for generations. This hearty sauce is perfect for topping your favorite pasta dishes. Made with simple, affordable ingredients such as ground beef, onions, tomato juice, and tomato sauce, this recipe is easy to make and is perfect for busy weeknights. While the long cooking time may not be ideal for everyone, this recipe is well worth the effort. The end result is a rich, meaty sauce that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the meat is browned and the onion is translucent.
2.Add parsley and stir to combine.
3.Drain any excess fat and add in the olive oil.
4.Stir in the tomato juice, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and garlic salt.
5.Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

PROS

This recipe produces a hearty and flavorful sauce that is perfect for topping spaghetti or other pasta dishes.

Uses simple, affordable ingredients that are easy to find at your local grocery store.

CONS

The long cooking time may not be suitable for those who are short on time.

The meat-heavy recipe may not be ideal for vegetarians or those on a low-meat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of lean ground beef can provide a good source of protein, while the tomato juice and tomato sauce used in the recipe can provide lycopene, an antioxidant linked to heart health. However, the high sodium content in this recipe makes it less suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

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