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Spaghetti Sauce (Olive Garden

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This hearty spaghetti sauce offers a unique twist on traditional Italian-American flavors by incorporating grape jelly for a subtle sweetness that balances the savory ground beef and tomatoes. The result is a thick, robust sauce with a deep, complex flavor profile that is both comforting and satisfying. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for weeknight dinners when you want something quick yet impressive. The combination of onion soup mix, V-8 juice, and pre-made spaghetti sauce creates a rich base, while the jelly adds a glossy finish and a hint of fruitiness. Serve over hot spaghetti for a family-friendly meal that brings home-style warmth to your table.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 551.9
Dietary: None, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This hearty spaghetti sauce offers a unique twist on traditional Italian-American flavors by incorporating grape jelly for a subtle sweetness that balances the savory ground beef and tomatoes. The result is a thick, robust sauce with a deep, complex flavor profile that is both comforting and satisfying. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for weeknight dinners when you want something quick yet impressive. The combination of onion soup mix, V-8 juice, and pre-made spaghetti sauce creates a rich base, while the jelly adds a glossy finish and a hint of fruitiness. Serve over hot spaghetti for a family-friendly meal that brings home-style warmth to your table.
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Ground round
  • 2 tablespoons Oil
  • 1 can Stewed tomatoes
  • 6 oz V-8 juice
  • 1 jar Prego Spaghetti Sauce
  • 1 envelope Onion soup mix
  • 0.5 cups Grape jelly
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the ground round and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
  3. 3
    Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.
  4. 4
    Stir in the stewed tomatoes, V-8 juice, jar of spaghetti sauce, onion soup mix, and grape jelly.
  5. 5
    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
  6. 6
    Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until the jelly has completely melted and the sauce is thickened and piping hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 551.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37.2g58%
Saturated Fat 9.3g47%
Cholesterol 181.6mg61%
Sodium 154.8mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 3.9g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 2.6g
Protein 48.6g98%

* 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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