Rich and Savory Meat Sauce
Indulge in our rich and savory meat sauce recipe, perfect for elevating any meal into a comforting culinary experience. With fresh herbs and a medley of flavors, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether served over pasta or as a hearty topping, this meat sauce will leave everyone asking for the secret ingredient!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes, crushed by hand
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- If using, add red wine and let simmer for about 10 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer uncovered for at least 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg