CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE

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Your kitchen will smell heavenly when it's time to dish up this hearty meal. With beef, pork and lots of veggies over pasta, this dish has it all. Add the extra 1/2 cup water if you want your sauce a bit thinner. -Christy Hinrichs of Parkville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 to 1 cup water
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup chopped carrots
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked bow tie pasta

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and pork over medium heat until no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, water, tomato paste, vegetables, sugar, garlic and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (4 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54 mg cholesterol, Sodium 621 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52 g carbohydrate, Fiber 7 g fiber, Protein 24 g protein.

GouldLife gould
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This chunky pasta sauce is perfect for a crowd. I made it for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Black Burn
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the sauce turned out great! I'll definitely be making this again.


Dwayne Boone
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This is a great basic chunky pasta sauce recipe. I like to add my own variations, such as different types of vegetables or herbs.


Deja De Anda
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I'm not a huge fan of chunky pasta sauce, but this one is really good. The flavors are well-balanced and it's not too heavy.


Hadj12 Omiri
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This sauce is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The flavor is amazing and it's perfect for a special occasion.


Hamza Cute
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I love that this sauce is made with fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ezeike Rita
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This chunky pasta sauce is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in the fridge and this is a great way to use them up.


Rajpoot Zidi
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I've made this sauce several times and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and has the perfect consistency. I highly recommend it.


alex odoyo
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This recipe is easy to follow and the sauce turned out great! I especially liked the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes.


Sami Rehan
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This sauce is so versatile! I've used it on pasta, chicken, and even pizza. It's always delicious and everyone loves it.


Gaw Yaw
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I made this sauce for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rana Daniyal
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This is the best chunky pasta sauce I've ever had. The combination of flavors is perfect and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


mahlako Kekana
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I was skeptical about making my own pasta sauce, but this recipe proved me wrong. It's incredibly flavorful and has the perfect texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jakline Jumba
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This chunky pasta sauce is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. My family loves it.