Delish Meat Sauce

You know those meals that feel like a hug? Well, that’s what this delish meat sauce is all about. It’s a cozy blend of savory goodness that tastes like it simmered all day when, honestly, it didn’t. Perfect for drenching over pasta, swirling into rice, or just sneaking a spoonful straight from the pot (oops, guilty as charged). It’s like the culinary version of sweatpants for your taste buds – comforting, familiar, and oh-so-satisfying.

My little family? Obsessed. I swear, it’s become a weekly request from the husband! The first time I made it, I remember all of us – him, our two kids, even the picky-eating neighbor kid – were gathered around the table, faces deep in our bowls, with not a peep except the sound of satisfied munching. It’s become a bit of a staple because it’s crazy easy, delicious, and let’s be real, anything to keep the fam happy is a win in my book.

How to Make It

So, picture this: you’re kind of just tossing things into a pot and hoping for the best. It’s as easy as browning some meat, adding a glug of wine like a real chef (or not, no judging), and then letting it bubble away. You’ll stir occasionally, or whenever you remember it’s on the stove because, well, life happens. And then… voilà! Deliciousness ensues.

✔Ingredient Notes

– Ground Beef: The star of the show. Make sure it’s got a bit of fat otherwise things can get dry.
– Tomato Paste: Adds that deep, rich flavor. Don’t skip, trust me.
– Red Wine: Optional, but adds oomph. I may or may not have used the last bit left from last night’s dinner.
– Onions & Garlic: Your aromatic heroes. Dice ’em fine if you’re hiding them from suspicious eyes.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Brown the ground beef in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2. Drain excess fat, unless you want the extra grease vibe.
3. Toss in the onions and garlic; sauté until they’re smelling like heaven.
4. Stir in the tomato paste and let it flirt with the beef for a minute.
5. Glug in some red wine, if using, and watch it sizzle.
6. Simmer, simmer, simmer until you can’t resist anymore.

What to Serve It With

✔Tips & Mistakes

✔Storage Tips

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge. It’s fantastic straight from the fridge, cold, spoon in hand (not judging). It can also be breakfast – that’s innovation, my friend.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Switch up the protein with ground turkey or pork. Short on wine? A dash of balsamic vinegar saves the day. The recipe is your playground, so go wild.

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Delish Meat Sauce

A rich and savory meat sauce perfect for pasta nights, loaded with tomatoes and aromatic herbs.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb ground beef
• ▢ 0.5 cup chopped onion
• ▢ 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ▢ 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
• ▢ 1 tsp dried oregano
• ▢ 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
• ▢ 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
• Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 7-10 minutes.
• Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
• Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
• Stir in fresh basil just before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Notes

This meat sauce pairs excellently with spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.