Best 7 Mamas Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our collection of tantalizing spaghetti sauce recipes, crafted to satisfy every palate. From the classic and comforting Mama's Spaghetti Sauce, bursting with rich tomato flavor and aromatic herbs, to the spicy kick of Arrabbiata Sauce, sure to add a fiery flair to your pasta dishes. Vegetarian enthusiasts will delight in our hearty and flavorful Vegetable Bolognese, packed with a medley of fresh vegetables and the savory depth of mushrooms. If you prefer a creamy embrace, immerse yourself in our velvety Alfredo Sauce, where Parmesan cheese and butter dance together in perfect harmony. And for a refreshing twist, our Pesto Sauce, vibrant with basil, pine nuts, and olive oil, will transport you to the sun-kissed hills of Italy. Each recipe is a culinary masterpiece, waiting to transform your pasta nights into extraordinary dining experiences.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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"Mom made this when we were kids, and it was always my first choice for birthday dinners," recalls Kristy Hawkes in South Ogden, Utah. "Now I do the prep work in the morning and just let it simmer all day. When I get home, all I have to do is boil the spaghetti, brown some garlic bread and dinner is on!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
8 to 10 fresh mushrooms, sliced
3 celery ribs, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper, mushrooms and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. , In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, ketchup, sugars, salt, oregano, chili powder and mustard. Stir in the beef mixture. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until heated through., Freeze Option:: Cool before placing in a freezer container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a large saucepan; heat through, stirring occasionally. Serve with hot spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

MY MAMA IULIUCCI'S "DON'T SKIP A STEP" SPAGHETTI SAUCE



My Mama Iuliucci's

My mom made this every Sunday for as long as I can remember. I recall coming home from wherever I was and smelling this incredible sauce! I would immediately reach for the Italian bread to start dipping before dinner. My mom always said it wasn't done yet, but I didn't care! My brother would go through a half a loaf of white bread with this sauce before dinner...it was that good. Try to make it exactly as it is written out...you will be pleasantly surprised and your house will smell heavenly! The little bit of extra work is worth it!!!

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Sauces

Time 3h15m

Yield 1 Large pot of sauce

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon parsley
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Italian sausage or home-made meatballs
1 -2 spareribs (optional)
leftover cooked chicken thighs or chicken leg (optional)
pepperoni (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine tomato products in large stock pot or dutch oven.
  • Add a 28 ounce can of water and stir.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
  • Sprinkle with sugar, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, parsley and grated cheese and stir to combine.
  • In a frying pan, heat about 1/4" of vegetable oil and fry up your sausage or meatballs until cooked through.
  • Add the meat to the simmering sauce, along with any optional meats (recommended) mentioned in ingredients.
  • Now, this is an important, not to be left out, step: Add chopped onions and garlic to pan that meat was fried in.
  • Do not drain anything before adding onions and garlic-- there should be some drippings/oil left in the pan!
  • Fry onions and garlic until tender and aromatic.
  • Remove pan from heat.
  • Another important step, not to be left out: Add about 1/2 cup water to the pan and swish around, combining the leftover drippings and onion and garlic.
  • Pour and scrape it all into the simmering sauce.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Let simmer for 3 hours or until desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  • I keep mine only half way covered, so it cooks down and gets thick and rich.
  • Remove pepperoni, chicken and ribs if used.
  • Remove meat from bones of chicken and ribs and add back to sauce in small shreds.
  • Discard pepperoni, eat it, or chop it up and add it back to sauce.
  • Serve over your favorite pasta and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1106, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 44, Sodium 5923.4, Carbohydrate 206.3, Fiber 45.9, Sugar 123.8, Protein 57.4

MOM'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground round beef
1 pound ground pork
1 pound Italian sausage
2 large onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, pressed
5 large cans tomato paste
10 tomato paste cans water
4 tablespoons Parmesan
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
6 leaves fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the ground beef, pork and sausage until it is brown. Drain off excess fat. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until smooth. Cook for 3 to 4 hours on medium heat, stirring often to prevent scorching.

JO MAMA'S WORLD FAMOUS SPAGHETTI RECIPE



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Provided by SweetGirl

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs italian sausage, casings removed (mild or hot)
1 small onion, chopped (optional)
3 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups water (for a long period of simmering for flavors to meld. If you don't want to simmer it as long, add less)
3 tsp basil
2 tsp dried parsley flakes
1 1/2 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1/4 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine ( a good cabernet)
1 lb thin spaghetti
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy stockpot, bronw italian sausage, breaking up as you stir. Add onions and continue to cook stirring occasionally until onions are softened. Add garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Add basil, parsley, brown sugar, salt, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Stir well and barely bring to a boil. Stir in red wine. Simmer on low, stirring frequently for at least an hour. A longer simmer makes for a better sauce, just be careful not to let it burn! Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Spoon sauce over drained spaghetti noodles and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

MAMA'S SPAGHETTI WITH MEAT SAUCE



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This is adapted from my mom's spaghetti recipe. It's a family favorite that simmers while you prepare the pasta--great for busy nights. Leftovers make a great lunch. I usually serve this over spaghetti, but sometimes I use linguine, fettucine, or penne. Good with garlicky bread and a salad. You can also make the sauce ahead and freeze it (it freezes quite well); just thaw and heat.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb 95% lean ground beef
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 small onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 cup sliced mushrooms (or use 2 small cans sliced mushrooms, drained)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 -4 tablespoons mixed Italian herbs
2 dried bay leaves
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 pinch brown sugar (optional)
2 (12 ounce) packages dry pasta
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Brown beef in a saucepot or large, deep skillet over medium heat; drain.
  • Add garlic and saute until just turning white.
  • Add onion, celery, and mushrooms. Saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes with juice and tomato sauce. Stir to combine. Add tomato paste and mix together. Stir in herbs and bay leaves. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add a pinch of brown sugar, if desired.
  • Bring sauce to a simmer; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package instructions.
  • Before serving, remove bay leaves and taste; adjust seasoning as desired. Serve over hot pasta, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

MAMA PALOMBA'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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I got this recipe 30-plus years ago from a neighbor's mother who lived in Italy. It is delicious and always well received. Sub all or part of the ground beef and sausage for turkey or chicken products to lighten the recipe.

Provided by Linda T

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

Time 4h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (28 ounce) cans plum tomato puree
½ pound hot Italian sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
½ pound mild Italian sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
2 pounds ground chuck
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, diced
1 ½ cups water
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried basil, or to taste
1 tablespoon dried oregano, or to taste
1 tablespoon dried parsley, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat tomato puree in a large pot over medium-low heat; simmer while prepared the remaining ingredients.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir hot Italian sausage, mild Italian sausage, and ground chuck until browned and cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove cooked sausage and chuck with a slotted spoon and transfer to the simmering tomato puree.
  • Cook and stir onion and garlic in the same skillet used for browning meat until onions are lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer onion mixture to meat mixture.
  • Stir water and tomato paste in the same skillet used for onion mixture over low heat until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes; add to the sauce in the pot. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, and parsley over the sauce; stir to combine. Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 828 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

MAMMA'S HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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My wife makes this wonderful homemade spaghetti sauce...she found an original in "Quick Cooking 2001" and then made a number of adjustments which have greatly enhanced it and made the recipe her very own...we all over-eat when this comes out...more over, we love to use wild game sausage for the meat...delivers an amazing flavor! ...

Provided by Dan Hammond

Categories     Wild Game

Time 8h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lb bulk italian sausage or wild game sauce (moose, venison)
2 medium onions...chopped
4 can(s) 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes (strained)
2 can(s) 8 ounce tomato sauce
2 can(s) 6 ounce tomato paste
2 bay leaves
2 Tbsp brown sugar
8 clove minced garlic
4 tsp dried basil
4 tsp dried oregano
1 Tbsp salt
2 tsp dried thyme

Steps:

  • 1. In skillet, cook Italian or wild game sausage (ground beef if you choose) and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain (unless using wild game sausage where there will not be any meaningful liquid to drain)
  • 2. Transfer to slow cooker (crockpot)
  • 3. add the remaining ingredients and stir well to mix. Cover with bay leaves on top.
  • 4. cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours. Take lid off slow cooker for the last hour to allow liquid to cook off...
  • 5. discard bay leaves and serve over spaghetti/pasta...do not rinse the pasta as you will loose the starch (rinsing of pasta is not recommended)
  • 6. We now sprinkle parm cheese on the plate before the pasta as a nice touch and to mop up any liquid separation from the sauce (although there will be none)...and of course parm cheese on top. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use ripe tomatoes: Fresher tomatoes will result in a more flavorful sauce. If using canned tomatoes, choose high-quality brands that use whole, peeled tomatoes in tomato juice.
  • Sauté your vegetables: Sautéing the onion, garlic, and celery in olive oil before adding the tomatoes will help to develop their flavor and create a rich base for the sauce.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the sauce allows the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.
  • Add some sweetness: A pinch of sugar or a tablespoon of honey can help to balance the acidity of the tomatoes and create a more well-rounded flavor.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the sauce as you're cooking it and adjust the seasonings as needed. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano are all classic Italian seasonings that work well in spaghetti sauce.

Conclusion:

Mama's Spaghetti Sauce is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and flavorful sauce that will make your spaghetti night a hit. So put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's get cooking!

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