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This classic homemade spaghetti sauce delivers deep, comforting flavors that rival any restaurant version. By slowly simmering sweet onions, garlic, and rich tomato products with hearty Italian sausage, you create a robust base that coats pasta beautifully. The long cooking time allows the flavors to meld into a smooth, savory harmony, while fresh herbs like basil and parsley add a bright finish. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or freezing for later, this versatile sauce is a kitchen staple that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table.
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This classic homemade spaghetti sauce delivers deep, comforting flavors that rival any restaurant version. By slowly simmering sweet onions, garlic, and rich tomato products with hearty Italian sausage, you create a robust base that coats pasta beautifully. The long cooking time allows the flavors to meld into a smooth, savory harmony, while fresh herbs like basil and parsley add a bright finish. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or freezing for later, this versatile sauce is a kitchen staple that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large pot, brown the Italian sausages over medium-high heat until cooked through and well-browned on all sides. Remove sausages from the pot and set aside.
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Pour off excess grease if desired, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons of fat in the pot. Add vegetable oil if needed.
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Add diced onions to the pot and cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until they are soft and golden brown. Do not let them burn.
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Add minced garlic to the onions and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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If using ground meat, add it now and brown thoroughly, breaking it up into small crumbles. Drain excess grease if necessary.
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Add the tomato paste and tomato sauce to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion mixture.
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Rinse the tomato paste cans with water and add the water to the pot to capture remaining flavor.
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Rinse the tomato sauce cans with water and add the water to the pot.
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Return the cooked sausages (and ground meat if used) to the pot.
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Stir in sweet basil, Italian seasoning, and parsley.
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Season with ground black pepper and salt to taste. Stir well.
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Bring the sauce to a boil, uncovered.
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Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer gently for at least 2 to 4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 464.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28.5g44%
- Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
- Cholesterol 70.5mg24%
- Sodium 1053.0mg44%
- Total Carbohydrate 8.6g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
- Sugars 1.1g
- Protein 38.0g76%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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