Nani’s Spaghetti Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Nani's Spaghetti Sauce recipe perfect for family dinners

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

360

Sugar

11g

Fat

19g

Nani's Spaghetti Sauce is a classic Italian-American dish that has been passed down through generations of families. Traditionally made with ground beef, canned tomatoes, and tomato paste, this savory sauce is the perfect complement to any type of cooked pasta. Served hot and steaming, it's a dish that's sure to warm you up on a cold winter's night, or to satisfy your family's hunger after a long day at work or school.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, cook the hamburger over medium heat until browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
2.	Add the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, parsley, sugar, and minced garlic clove to the pot, and stir until well combined.
3.	Reduce the heat to low, and let the sauce simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
4.	Serve over your favorite type of cooked pasta.

PROS

Nani’s Spaghetti Sauce is a quick and easy recipe that can be made in large batches, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prepping.

The addition of sugar helps balance the acidity of the tomato-based sauce.

CONS

This recipe is high in fat due to the use of hamburger meat, and may not be suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

It may also contain high amounts of sodium if canned tomatoes and tomato paste are used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Nani’s Spaghetti Sauce may not be the healthiest dish, it can be made healthier by choosing lean ground beef or a plant-based alternative, and opting for low-sodium canned tomatoes and tomato paste.
Tomato-based sauces are rich in vitamins C, A, and K, and contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.

	1 lb hamburger
	2 cans whole canned tomatoes
	2 cans tomato paste
	1/2 teaspoon oregano
	1/2 teaspoon parsley
	2 teaspoons sugar
	1 minced garlic clove