MIMI'S FANTASTIC THICK SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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A few years ago I came upon a sauce that was so good but........... I altered it quite a bit to fit our family. This is now the best sauce I have ever had and if you follow the measurements, it will come out the same every single time. I use Tuttoroso brand in the puree, paste, and sauce because that is the one my friend's mother always used. She was from Italy and made the best sauce in the world. Hubby loves it and comments on it whenever we have it which is once a week. It freezes well and is great with meatballs even thought there is a lot of meat in the sauce. Serve it with garlic bread and you will be sooooo happy.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 2h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb italian sweet sausage
1 lb hamburger (I use chuck (80% I think it is)
2 fresh garlic cloves (minced)
1/2 medium onion (chopped)
2 (28 ounce) cans tomato puree (see note above on the brand I use)
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 1/2 cups water
3 1/2 teaspoons basil
2 1/2 teaspoons parsley
2 teaspoons brown sugar (could use white if you want to)
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a heavy pot, brown sausage and hamburg, breaking it up into smaller pieces.
  • Add chopped onions and minced garlic and cook till meat is done; add tomato paste and stir until it is mixed in well.
  • Add tomato puree, sauce, and water (when measuring the water, put it into the puree can to rinse it all out and then add to meat mixture).
  • Add basil, brown sugar, salt, parsley, and black pepper and mix well.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese (yes, to the the sauce) and mix it in well.
  • Simmer on low for 2-4 hours stirring occasionally so it won't burn; if you think it needs some thinning down, add about 1/8 cup water at a time; don't add too much because you want it thick so it will stick to your pasta.
  • Cook your spaghetti and enjoy! Eat what you want and freeze the rest in containers that will hold the amount you will eat at a sitting.

E Willis
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This sauce is a family favorite. We love the way it tastes on spaghetti, meatballs, and even pizza.


mero body
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I've made this sauce several times now, and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!


Yasir Wazir
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This sauce is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my kids.


Ada Eraste
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I'm not a big fan of tomato sauce, but this one is really good. It's not too acidic, and it has a nice, rich flavor.


Chantel Maartens
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This sauce is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is incredible.


Keith Leggs
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I love that this sauce is made with fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


zander Bryant
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This sauce is a staple in my kitchen. I use it on everything from spaghetti to chicken parmesan. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Theodore Jackson
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I've tried a lot of different spaghetti sauce recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Sayeed Sorkar
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This sauce is so easy to make, and it tastes like it's been simmering for hours. I love the way the flavors meld together.


Headlsayer _70
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This sauce is amazing! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out perfect. I love the rich flavor and the thick consistency.


Hlei Curry
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my sauce turned out really watery. I'm not sure what went wrong.


stelina 28
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This sauce is way too sweet for my liking.


Gary Ingle
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I found this sauce to be a bit bland. I had to add a lot of salt and pepper to taste.


Geo Khan
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This sauce is a little too thick for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend adding a little bit of water or broth to thin it out.


Ahmed muniir Abdiqawi
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I love this sauce! It's so versatile. I've used it on spaghetti, meatballs, chicken parmesan, and even pizza. It's always a hit.


Maahi Ciise
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This sauce is a game-changer! I used to buy jarred spaghetti sauce, but now I make my own with this recipe. It's so much better, and it's so easy to make.


your local idiot
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I was skeptical at first, but this sauce really is fantastic! It's thick and flavorful, and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Joe christopher
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This sauce is amazing! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make, and it tastes like it's been simmering for hours.


Pratik Chattri
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Mimi's Fantastic Thick Spaghetti Sauce is a keeper! The sauce was rich, flavorful, and had the perfect consistency. I served it over spaghetti and meatballs, and it was a hit with my family.