Best 6 Great Grandmas Pasta Sauce Recipes

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**Discover the Secrets of Grandma's Irresistible Pasta Sauce: A Journey Through Culinary History**

Embark on a culinary journey through time as we unveil the secrets behind Great Grandma's delectable pasta sauce. This cherished family recipe, passed down through generations, holds the key to creating authentic Italian flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Italy. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every palate, from classic tomato sauce to rich and creamy Alfredo sauce. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you in crafting a masterpiece that will leave your family and friends craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and get ready to experience the magic of Great Grandma's pasta sauce.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GREAT GRANDMA'S HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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My great-grandma's recipe for homemade spaghetti sauce is the best! It uses ingredients you probably already have at home! Plus- your house will smell fantastic when the sauce is simmering on your stove!

Provided by Becky Mansfield - Your Modern Family, LLC

Categories     Kid Friendly Recipes

Time 5h

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
1 pound ground beef
1 chopped small onion
3 crushed cloves of garlic
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 (12 ounces) can of Hunt's Tomato Paste.
2 (28 ounces) can Hunt's diced tomatoes (one can is petite diced, one can is regular diced) Or you can use fresh tomatoes.
2 (15 ounce) cans Hunt's tomato sauce
2 cups of water
3 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Brown meat and Italian sausage (break it up as you stir it. You may want to heat up a little olive oil (about 2 minutes) before adding the meat...)
  • Add chopped onions to the meat mixture and continue cooking. Stir occasionally until onions are softened.
  • Next, add your diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce.
  • Next, mix in the spices, sugar, and garlic.
  • Once your sauce is cooking (bring to a boil), add your wine and water.
  • Simmer on low (stir often) for an hour.
  • Optional: Let it simmer for an additional 3-4 hours, just to let the flavors combine even more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Cholesterol 55 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 22g grams fat, Protein 20 grams protein, ServingSize 8, Sodium 1495 grams sodium

GREAT GRANDMA'S PASTA SAUCE



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If you want to taste what the Italians are so blessed with over in Italy, I suggest you give this pasta sauce a try. You won't ever go back to your plain 'ol marinara that you thought was good. This sauce here is beyond genuine and you will love it!

Provided by Julie Chiou

Categories     Main Course     Main Entree

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound 80/20 ground beef OR 90/10 ground beef
6 ounce can tomato paste
6 ounce water
24 ounce jar tomato puree
5-6 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tablespoon granulated sugar
Pinch of dried oregano
Pinch of onion powder
Pinch of garlic powder
Handful of fresh basil (chopped)
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, saute garlic until soft and fragrant in 2 tbsp. of olive oil, about 2 minutes.
  • Throw your meat in with the garlic and brown until meat has been thoroughly cooked through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour in the tomato paste, tomato puree, and seasoning, including the fresh basil and sugar. Stir to mix well. With the 6 oz. can from the tomato paste, fill that with water and pour it in the stockpot as well.
  • Let mixture simmer, uncovered, for 2 or more hours (the longer the better, but minimum 2 hours), stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot over fresh pasta.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 15 g

GREAT GRANDMA'S PASTA SAUCE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by kayjayjohnson

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound 80/20 ground beef
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
6 ounces water
1 (24-ounce) jar tomato puree
5 to 6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Pinch of dried oregano
Pinch of onion powder
Pinch of garlic powder
Handful of fresh basil, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, saute garlic until soft and fragrant in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, about 2 minutes. Throw your meat in with the garlic and brown until meat has been thoroughly cooked through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the tomato paste, tomato puree, and seasoning, including the fresh basil. Stir to mix well. Fill the empty tomato paste can will water, and pour it in the stockpot. Let mixture simmer, uncovered, for 2 or more hours (the longer the better, but minimum 2 hours), stirring occasionally. Serve hot over fresh pasta.

GRANDMA MAGGIO'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is one that was recited to me out of memory alone, and described as a hand of garlic, etc., though the ingredient quantities should be accurate. I encourage buying the cheapest versions of these ingredients you can find; it will feed an army for about $15 without ruining the taste. You should add more seasonings based on preference. A great vegetarian sauce, and with meatballs...it makes great meatball sandwiches.

Provided by Sarah Garland

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

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 whole head garlic, peeled and chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
½ cup chopped fresh basil leaves, or to taste
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
¾ cup Merlot wine
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, and cook and stir the onion and garlic until translucent but not browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and basil, and cook and stir until the basil is wilted and the mushrooms are cooked through and have given up their juices, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour in the whole peeled tomatoes, and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring and chopping the tomatoes into pieces with a spoon. Pour in the tomato sauce and stir, crushing any large pieces of tomato left, and bring to a simmer. Let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened and bubbling, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir the tomato paste into the sauce, and fill the empty tomato paste can with Merlot wine, stirring to dissolve any remaining tomato paste in the can. Pour the Merlot wine into the sauce, and stir well to combine. Bring the sauce back to a simmer, and stir in the salt, pepper, dried oregano, and sugar. Let the sauce simmer until the seasonings are blended and the sauce is heated through, about 3 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 934.9 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

GRANDMA AUGUSTA'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This was passed down from my late Grandma Augusta to my mother and now me. It's an Americanized take on a nice Italian meat sauce for spaghetti, loaded with meat, tomatoes and other good things. Enjoy!

Provided by P.A. Watson

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

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 slices bacon, diced
2 pounds lean ground beef
2 ⅓ cups chopped onion
½ cup red wine
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (16 ounce) cans tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™), or to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a heavy, 5 quart pot over medium-high heat until the grease begins to render out, about 3 minutes. Stir in the ground beef and onions. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Pour in the wine, and season with salt, basil, oregano, garlic, and pepper. Simmer uncovered until most of the wine has evaporated, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 62.6 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1218.4 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

GRANDMA'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is my great grandma's spaghetti sauce recipe. My mom made this growing up and I could sit and eat it by the spoonful. With a nice chunk of garlic bread. This is my absolute favorite spaghetti sauce of all time. Additional veggies can be added. This recipe also freezes very well.

Provided by Chef on the coast

Categories     Sauces

Time 4h20m

Yield 4 quarts, 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

36 ounces ketchup
28 ounces diced tomatoes in puree
28 ounces tomato puree
1 lb hamburger
1 dash Tabasco sauce
garlic
oregano
1 medium onion, diced
1 (9 ounce) can mushroom pieces, drained

Steps:

  • Brown hamburger and onion in Dutch oven. Drain fat.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in pot.
  • Let simmer 3-4 hours stirring occasionally.
  • *Use meatballs instead of hamburger for a tasty variation.

Tips:

  • Use the best quality ingredients you can find. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your sauce.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. There are many ways to make a delicious pasta sauce, so don't be afraid to try new things.
  • Let the sauce simmer for a long time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta. There are many different types of pasta to choose from, so find one that you like and enjoy.

Conclusion:

Pasta sauce is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, there's a pasta sauce recipe out there for you. With a little planning and effort, you can create a delicious and memorable pasta sauce that your family and friends will love.

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