Light Spaghetti Sauce
Description
This light spaghetti sauce offers a healthier twist on classic Italian cooking by using extra lean ground beef and ground turkey instead of richer meats. The sauce is built with a robust base of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of red wine for depth. Aromatics like chopped onion, celery, red pepper, and garlic provide a savory foundation, while dried oregano, basil, and thyme add authentic Mediterranean fragrance. The result is a hearty, protein-packed sauce that is aromatic and satisfying without being heavy.Directions
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Place the ground beef and ground turkey in a large kettle or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
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Cook the meat slowly, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned.
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Pour off any accumulated fat from the pan.
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Blot the meat with several thicknesses of paper towels to remove excess grease.
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Return the pan to the heat and sauté the chopped onion briefly until softened.
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Add the garlic, red pepper, and celery; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
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Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water, and red wine.
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Add the dried oregano, basil, thyme, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce.
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Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
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Cover the pot and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 360kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
- Cholesterol 60mg20%
- Sodium 850mg36%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Dietary Fiber 8g32%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 11g22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
