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Legendary Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

A rich, classic tomato and beef spaghetti sauce made with simple pantry ingredients.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 small onion chopped
  • 1 28-ounce can whole peeled plum tomatoes San Marzano preferred; mash while cooking if whole
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb spice mix
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat a saucepan over medium-high and add the butter until it begins to bubble.
  • Add the ground beef and chopped onion; cook 5 minutes or until the beef is browned and the onion is soft and fragrant.
  • Stir in the can of whole peeled tomatoes and the Italian herb seasoning. Break up the tomatoes using a potato masher or the back of a large ladle.
  • Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Season with salt to taste and serve over pasta.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • potato masher or large ladle

Notes

  • Use San Marzano tomatoes for a sweeter, less acidic sauce.
  • Mash whole tomatoes while in the pot for a rustic texture.
  • Simmering longer deepens the flavor.