Best 3 Meat Lovers Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

**Indulge in a Symphony of Flavors: Explore a Culinary Journey with Meat Lovers' Spaghetti Sauce**

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our delectable Meat Lovers' Spaghetti Sauce. This symphony of flavors, crafted with an array of succulent meats, promises an explosion of taste in every bite. Dive into a world of rich and savory aromas as you discover the perfect balance of herbs, spices, and the finest ingredients. From the classic spaghetti and meatballs to the irresistible lasagna, each recipe showcases the versatility of this extraordinary sauce. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary exploration, our Meat Lovers' Spaghetti Sauce will ignite your passion for cooking and leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and let the flavors dance on your palate as you embark on this delicious journey.

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MEAT-LOVER'S SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Meat-Lover's Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce image

This creates a great, chunky, and very meaty spaghetti sauce. The longer it cooks, the better it tastes!

Provided by Ashley

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

Time 8h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 small onions, chopped
¼ pound bulk Italian sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
¼ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onions and Italian sausage until the sausage is browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer the sausage and onions to a slow cooker. In the same skillet, cook and stir the ground beef, Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and marjoram, breaking the meat up as it cooks, until the meat is browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer the ground beef into the slow cooker.
Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, thyme, basil, oregano, and 2 teaspoons of garlic powder. Set the cooker on Low, and cook the sauce for 8 hours. About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the sugar. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 45.2 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1025.1 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

MEAT LOVERS SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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Sauce that is chock full of chopped ground beef, pork sausage and meatballs. Serve it over your favorite pasta noodles, as a sauce for lasagna, ziti or manicotti or use it as a pizza sauce. Freezes well too. May serve more than 12 servings.

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories Sauces

Time 18m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 lbs lean ground beef
1 -1 1/2 lb pork sausage (Jimmy Dean)
20 ounces frozen meatballs
3 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, Italian style
1 (26 ounce) jar of ragu robusto spaghetti sauce (chopped tomato, olive oil and garlic flavor....or your favorite)
1 large onion, chopped fine
3 garlic cloves, minced
Italian spices

Steps:

In two separate skillets, brown the ground beef and onion in one skillet and the pork sausage in another until browned; drain well.
Meanwhile, in a medium to large stockpot or large dutch oven, combine tomatoes, sauce, and garlic.
Add beef/onion and sausage to pot; mix well and top off generously with Italian seasonings.
Bring to a boil; simmer on low for at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Add frozen meatballs to sauce about 30 minutes prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.9, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 101, Sodium 1299.1, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 18.5, Protein 32.4

MY MEAT-LOVER'S TASTE OF ITALY SPAGHETTI SAUCE

My Meat-Lover's Taste of Italy Spaghetti Sauce image

Thick, rich, meaty sauce loaded with the flavors of Italy! I finally wrote it down as I went along!! PLEASE don't let the long list of ingredients scare you off, it's really VERY easy!! You'll never buy "those jars" again! And my sauce is fantastic for lasagna, too! :) I do hope you give it a try! (Only thing maybe needed was a little red wine...and some may actually make it into the pot! ;) heehee!) You can add 1/2 to 1 cup red wine if desired. Photo by me

Provided by Kelly Williams @WildfloursCottageKitchen

Categories Beef

Number Of Ingredients 31

Ingredients

MEAT MIXTURE:
2 lbs. - lean ground beef, * 1 1/2 lbs. if adding fresh mushrooms
1 lb. - bulk ground italian sausage, jimmy dean works fine mild or hot
1 lg. - onion, chopped
1 - green or red bell pepper, diced
2 tsp. - whole fennel seeds
1/4 tsp. - salt or a little more
1/4 tsp. - coarse ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. - garlic powder
1/2 tsp. - oregano
1/2 tsp. - italian seasoning
1/2 tsp. - basil
1/2 tsp. - marjoram
SAUCE:
3 - (15 oz.) cans tomato sauce, i use hunts
1 (14 oz.) - can delmonte original stewed tomatoes with juice, crush tomatoes with hand as adding
1 (6 oz.) - can contadina italian herb tomato paste
1/2 tsp. - coarse ground black pepper
2 tsp. - oregano
1/2 tsp. - basil
1/2 tsp. - italian seasoning
1/4 tsp. - thyme, measure into palm and crush with finger and thumb when adding to pot
1/2 tsp. - marjoram
1 1/2 tsp. - garlic powder
2 Tbl. - sugar
1 - bay leaf
1/2 tsp. - superior touch better than bouillon beef base
1/4 tsp. - salt, more if desired, taste first
1 Tbl. - butter
1 (8 oz.) - container fresh sliced mushrooms, optional
1/2 - cup red wine, optional, up to 1 cup if you really like it that way

Steps:

Add meats to deep, large non-stick skillet. *If not using non-stick pan, add a little olive oil to pan first so it won't stick. Sprinkle EVENLY rest of meat mixture ingredients over meats. Stir meats to mix in herbs and spices. Cook over medium heat til meat is no longer pink. Break up meat as you go along, but just don't overdo it. You don't want tiny, overly fine pieces. Drain grease. Pour into large heavy-bottomed pot. Add rest of ingredients EXCEPT mushrooms, and stir/fold to mix well. Now add the mushrooms, if desired. Heat over medium heat til simmering. Lower heat to just a simmer and cook, stirring every so often, for about 35-45 minutes. (*I put a lid on it so I don't get splatters everywhere. And stir and watch pot often so it doesn't scortch on the bottom because this is a nice, thick sauce.) Serve over hot, cooked and well drained spaghetti, thin spaghetti, mostaccioli, penne, or rotini noodles. *Or Use for lasagna. Serve with tossed salad, garlic bread and parmesan cheese on the side if desired. ENJOY! *Freezes very well, too.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
Brown the meat over medium heat to prevent it from drying out.
Add a splash of red wine to the sauce for a deeper flavor.
Use a variety of vegetables to add sweetness, texture, and nutrients to the sauce.
Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, penne, or macaroni.

Conclusion:

This meat lovers' spaghetti sauce is a hearty, flavorful, and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its combination of ground beef, pork, vegetables, and spices, this sauce is packed with flavor. Plus, it's easy to make and can be served over your favorite pasta. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this meat lovers' spaghetti sauce a try!