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Best Ever Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

A rich, savory spaghetti sauce that can be made with beef and sausage or adapted to a vegetarian version.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb hot sausage omit for vegetarian version
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 8 oz fresh mushrooms buttons, shiitake, or baby bellas, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large cans crushed tomatoes
  • 1 small can tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons raw sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 box MorningStar Farms sausage patties optional vegetarian/vegan alternative — shred and add to sauce

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • If using meat: add ground beef and hot sausage and cook, breaking up the meat, until no longer pink.
  • If making the vegetarian/vegan version: omit meats and proceed with the next step.
  • Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent and mushrooms are softened, about 5–7 minutes.
  • Transfer the cooked meat (if used) and vegetables to a large sauce pot.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, raw sugar, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until heated through and flavors meld, at least 20–30 minutes; add water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  • For the vegetarian/vegan option: shred the MorningStar Farms sausage patties and stir them into the sauce while simmering.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve with pasta.

Equipment

  • large sauce pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Notes

  • Brown the meat until no pink remains for best texture.
  • Chop onions and garlic finely so their flavor blends into the sauce.
  • Use high-quality tomatoes and paste for better flavor.
  • Simmer longer for richer flavor.
  • Add water or broth if the sauce becomes too thick.