Hearty Meat Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of this hearty meat sauce, perfect for spaghetti, lasagna, or even as a pizza topping. Simmered to perfection with tender ground beef and aromatic herbs, this comforting dish is sure to bring warmth to your table. With every spoonful, enjoy a delightful blend of tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning that makes family dinners memorable. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and time again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz can whole San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until golden brown.
- Cook the meat: Increase heat slightly and add ground beef. Brown the meat thoroughly while breaking it apart until no pink remains.
- Combine ingredients: Pour in rinsed canned tomatoes (crush gently), tomato paste, and red wine. Stir to mix well.
- Season & simmer: Add Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low and let sauce simmer for 30-45 minutes.
- Optional finish: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese before serving for an extra creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg