Beefy Pasta Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 medium onion, finely diced
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4 minced garlic cloves
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2 pounds of lean ground beef
→ Tomato Base
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1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes (San Marzano preferred)
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1 can of tomato sauce (15 oz)
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1 tablespoon concentrated tomato paste
→ Seasonings
07 -
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
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1 1/2 teaspoons coarse Kosher salt
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons of a good Italian herb blend
# Instructions:
01 -
Using a heavy pot on medium heat, let the ground beef brown for about 5 minutes. Get rid of any extra grease, then toss in the chopped onions and cook until they’re soft and clear.
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Mix garlic and tomato paste into the meat, letting them cook briefly (about 1 minute). Then, pour in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and all the seasonings.
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Fill the empty 15-oz tomato sauce can with water and pour it into the pot. Drop the heat to low, leave the lid slightly off, and let it cook gently for 45-50 minutes. Stir it once in a while until it thickens.
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Spoon the sauce over cooked pasta. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan and a bit of fresh parsley on top.
# Notes:
01 -
This hearty sauce tastes like it’s been on the stove all day but is ready in just about an hour. If you’ve got more time, simmer for 2 hours and add 1/2 cup of water for even better flavor.
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Stores well in the fridge for up to 5 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months. Divide into small batches for easier meal prep later.