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Best Spaghetti Meat Sauce

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Indulge in the rich flavors of this Best Spaghetti Meat Sauce, a comforting dish that brings family and friends together. This hearty sauce blends tender ground beef, savory Italian sausage, and aromatic herbs into a luscious tomato base. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s versatile enough to accompany various pasta types or even as a pizza topping. Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as you create a meal everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 oz can crushed tomatoes (San Marzano recommended)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp dried basil
  • ½ cup red wine
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Then add ground beef and Italian sausage, browning the meat while breaking it apart.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  4. Pour in red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping any bits off the bottom. Simmer for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Adjust sauce consistency with water or broth if necessary and taste for seasoning before serving.

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Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey or add vegetables like bell peppers for a twist. For added depth of flavor, let the sauce simmer longer—up to two hours if time permits. For a touch of freshness, add chopped basil just before serving.

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