BIG-BATCH SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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This hearty, old-fashioned spaghetti sauce will satisfy even the largest appetite. It may look like a lot of work, but it goes together fast and smells so good as it cooks. - Margaret Malinowski Queen Creek, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 38 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 bacon strips
8 pounds ground beef
4 large onions, chopped
2 large green peppers, diced
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup olive oil
16 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
6 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes
2 cans (12 ounces each) tomato paste
2 cups water
1 cup white wine vinegar
6 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons dried celery flakes
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried basil
4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Cook beef over medium heat in drippings until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove beef and keep warm., In the same pot, saute the onions, peppers and mushrooms in oil for 5 minutes or until onions are tender. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. , Stir in flour until blended. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Crumble bacon; return bacon and beef to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

shhhj Hshshsh
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This sauce is so good, it makes me want to eat spaghetti every day!


Prince Mustakin
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I'm not a great cook, but I was able to make this sauce easily. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Charlce Xxnx
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This sauce is perfect for a crowd. I made it for a party of 20 people, and there was plenty of sauce to go around.


Govt High School Raiwind For Boys
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I love the fact that this sauce is made with fresh ingredients. It tastes so much better than store-bought sauce.


Kyomuhendo Inid
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I'm on a budget, and this sauce is very affordable to make. It's a great way to feed my family a delicious and nutritious meal without breaking the bank.


Shishir Official
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I'm a vegetarian, and I love that this sauce is meatless. It's still so flavorful and satisfying.


Ghada Abulail
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This sauce is so versatile. I've used it on spaghetti, meatballs, and even pizza. It's always delicious.


Enjoy Friend
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I love that this sauce can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient to have a delicious sauce on hand that I can just heat up and serve.


Elizabeth Asiedu Morgan
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I've made this sauce several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect sauce for a weeknight meal, and it's also great for parties.


Qurban Shehzad production
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This is the best spaghetti sauce I've ever had. It's so easy to make, and it tastes like it came from a fancy Italian restaurant.


Aiden Talent
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I made this sauce for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavor, and I even got a few requests for the recipe.


704 Empire
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I'm not usually a fan of spaghetti sauce, but this one is an exception. It's so rich and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with pasta.


Ashley Nicklas
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This sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I served it over spaghetti with meatballs, and it was a huge hit with my family.


n. Akram
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's so easy to make, and the flavor is amazing.


Shawn Tate
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This spaghetti sauce is a lifesaver! I made a big batch and froze it in portions, so I always have a delicious and easy meal on hand.