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Spaghetti Sauce With Italian Sausage And Ground Beef

Spaghetti Sauce With Italian Sausage And Ground Beef

If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful spaghetti sauce, look no further than this recipe for spaghetti sauce with Italian sausage and ground beef. This sauce is rich and meaty, perfect for topping spaghetti or any other pasta you choose. Plus, it's easy to make and can be made ahead of time for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Spaghetti Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 lb. Italian sausage
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil

Instructions

Spaghetti Sauce Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, stirring occasionally. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  4. Return the meat to the pot and add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, red pepper flakes (if using), and red wine (if using).
  5. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  8. Use the sauce immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Serving Suggestions

Spaghetti Serving Suggestions

Spaghetti sauce with Italian sausage and ground beef is delicious served over spaghetti, of course, but it can also be used in a variety of other dishes. Try it in a lasagna or baked ziti, or use it as a topping for homemade pizza.

For a complete meal, serve the spaghetti with a side salad and garlic bread. And don't forget to sprinkle some freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top!

Conclusion

Spaghetti sauce with Italian sausage and ground beef is a classic and delicious recipe that everyone should have in their cooking arsenal. With a few simple ingredients and some simmering time, you can have a rich and flavorful sauce that's perfect for any pasta dish. Try this recipe the next time you're in the mood for some comfort food!

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