Best 7 3 2 1 Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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Spaghetti sauce, a versatile and flavorful sauce, is a staple in many kitchens. It can be used to top pasta, pizza, or even as a dip for breadsticks. This article presents three variations of spaghetti sauce, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic spaghetti sauce, made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs. The second recipe is a spicy spaghetti sauce, which adds red pepper flakes and chili powder to the mix. The third recipe is a creamy spaghetti sauce, which includes heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. All three recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer a simple, classic sauce or something with a little more kick, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

5 pounds ground beef (I used ground round)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large yellow onions, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
Two 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
One 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 jar good store-bought marinara sauce (you can use another jar if you like the sauce to be more saucy than meaty)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
4 bay leaves
1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley or 3 tablespoons parsley flakes, plus more for serving
8 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 whole rind from 1 wedge Parmesan, optional
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, optional, plus more for serving
2 pounds spaghetti, cooked al dente and tossed with olive oil, for serving
Garlic-cheese bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until totally browned. Remove the meat from the pot with a slotted spoon and put into a bowl. Set aside.
  • Discard any grease in the pot, but do not clean the pot. Drizzle in the olive oil. When it is heated, throw in the diced onions. Stir it around for 1 1/2 minutes, and then add the garlic. Stir and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and marinara sauce. Stir to combine, and then add the sugar, salt, oregano, thyme, crushed red pepper (if using) and bay leaves. Stir, then add the cooked ground beef and stir to combine. Place the lid on the pot and allow to simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Add a little water or some low-sodium broth if it needs more liquid.
  • After an hour, add the minced parsley, basil and the Parmesan rind if using (or grated Parmesan if you prefer--or both!). Stir to combine, and then put the lid back on and allow it to simmer for another 30 minutes or so. Discard the bay leaves before serving.
  • Serve a big bowl of oiled noodles and the spaghetti sauce so guests can serve themselves. Top each serving with minced parsley and grated Parmesan (or Parmesan shavings) and serve with a big piece of garlic-cheese bread.
  • Amen.

SPAGHETTI SAUCE WITH GROUND BEEF



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This recipe has been handed down from my mother. It is a family favorite and will not be replaced! (Definite husband pleaser!)

Provided by Hank's Mom

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, onion, garlic, and green pepper in a large saucepan. Cook and stir until meat is brown and vegetables are tender. Drain grease.
  • Stir diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste into the pan. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer spaghetti sauce for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 930.8 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

EASY HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE RECIPE



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My family's secret homemade spaghetti sauce is easy to make using a few staple ingredients you may already have on hand! Perfectly thick and packed with flavor, you'll be ditching that store bought pasta sauce!

Provided by Suzy

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil)
1 medium yellow onion, grated
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 carrots, finely grated (use a food processor or a grater)
28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup water (pasta cooking water, preferred)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
Handful fresh basil, about ½ cup packed, torn
Handful fresh parsley, about ½ cup packed, chopped
3/4 lb to 1 lb of cooked pasta of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large pan heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until just shimmering. Add the onions, garlic, and finely grated carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly until softened.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes and about 1/2 cup water. Add a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in oregano, paprika, crushed pepper flakes, if using. Finally, stir in the fresh basil and parsley.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil, then turn heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes. Check partway through, and if you feel the sauce is too thick, you can add a bit more water (preferably some of your pasta cooking water). When sauce is ready, throw in more fresh basil, if you like.
  • If serving for dinner, add cooked pasta of your choice to the sauce. Mix to combine and let the pasta cook in the sauce over low heat for about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Sugar 7.8 g, Sodium 268 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

SUNNY'S EASY MUSHROOM, PEAS AND PASTA WITH 1-2-3 ALFREDO SAUCE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 fresh sage leaves
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
1 pound mixed wild mushrooms, sliced
1 pound fresh fettuccine
1 cup frozen peas (no need to defrost)
1 cup chicken stock
1 clove garlic, grated on a rasp
3 cups grated Pecorino Romano cheese
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • For the pasta: In a large pan with sides and a lid, add the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sage and fry until just crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and season with a tiny pinch of salt.
  • Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook, stirring, until wilted and darkened, 5 to 8 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add the pasta, peas and chicken stock. Cook, stirring and tossing, until all the liquid is absorbed, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • For the 1-2-3 alfredo sauce: Add the garlic to the pan and toss, then add the cheese and heavy cream. Stir to coat everything, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook, covered, until the sauce has combined and thickened slightly, about 8 minutes.
  • Top each portion with a fried sage leaf.

SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is a quick recipe for tomato sauce. I have just given the outline for the sauce, but you can add any kind of vegetables to it. I especially like it with mushrooms and peppers.

Provided by COURTNEYNOONAN

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons olive oil
½ small onion, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons crushed garlic
1 (28 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
4 teaspoons dried basil
4 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion, green onion and garlic. When onions are clear, stir in tomatoes, basil, oregano and sugar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 310.2 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

3-2-1 SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is done in about an hour and a half. Makes enough to freeze for later when time doesn't allow to cook. The name comes from the ingredients. I finally found how much tomato sauce it takes to thicken using 1 small can of tomato paste.

Provided by Chef Jeff S

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb hamburger
1 lb Italian sausage, sliced 1 inch
1 large onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
1 bay leaf
3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot brown burger and drain.
  • Brown sliced sausage and drain.
  • Sauté onions and bell pepper for a few minutes. Add garlic, seasonings and bay leaf. Sauté 1 more minute.
  • Add all meat back to the pot.
  • Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Stir to mix well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook and stir a few more minutes.

THREE-MEAT SAUCE



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"This authentic Italian spaghetti sauce recipe is a longtime family favorite," relates Lillian Di Senso of Lake Havasu City, Arizona. "Very hearty with lots of meat and a zippy flavor, it's wonderful over a plateful of your favorite pasta."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 18 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 boneless beef chuck roast (2-1/2 to 3 pounds), trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (2 to 2-1/2 pounds), trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch slices
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large onions, chopped
5 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
3 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1 cup water
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley or 3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 cup minced fresh oregano or 3 tablespoons dried oregano
5 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown beef, pork and sausage in oil; drain. Add onions; cook until tender. Add the tomato sauce and paste, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until beef and pork are tender. Serve with spaghetti., Freeze Option: Cool remaining sauce; place in freezer containers. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place in a saucepan and reheat, stirring occasionally. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

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Tips for Making the Best 3-2-1 Spaghetti Sauce:

- **Use ripe, in-season tomatoes.** This will ensure that your sauce is packed with flavor. - **Roast your tomatoes before simmering them.** This intensifies their flavor and gives the sauce a smoky depth of flavor. - **Use a variety of herbs and spices.** This will give your sauce a complex and flavorful profile. - **Don't skimp on the olive oil.** It helps to bring out the flavors of the other ingredients and gives the sauce a velvety texture. - **Simmer your sauce for at least 3 hours.** This allows the flavors to meld and develop. - **Taste your sauce as it simmers and adjust the seasonings as needed.** You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs. - **Serve your sauce over your favorite pasta or use it as a topping for pizza or chicken. ###

Conclusion:

This 3-2-1 spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile recipe that is sure to please everyone at your table. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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