RICH ITALIAN PASTA SAUCE

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"I got this recipe 25 years ago from my boyfriend's Italian barber. I've adjusted it a little and now it's my specialty," writes Jeannie Peirce of Brentwood, California. Whip it up for dinner tonight and freeze any remaing sauce for later.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 pound hot Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1-2/3 cups crushed tomatoes in puree
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. , Add the tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar and pepper. Stir in sausage. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. , Stir in parsley and oregano. Serve desired amount with pasta. Cool remaining sauce; transfer to freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen sauce: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a saucepan and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 721mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Club George
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I love how this sauce can be used on so many different dishes. It's perfect for pasta, chicken, or vegetables.


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This is my go-to pasta sauce recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Abdul Rahim Gaho
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I made this sauce for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Usman Ayaz
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This sauce is a bit too bland for my taste. I would add more garlic and onions next time.


Teodor Vangelov
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I've tried many Italian pasta sauce recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and delicious.


bhaaa 426
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This sauce is amazing! It's the perfect balance of flavors and it's so easy to make.


Radebe Tseleng
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I was looking for a new pasta sauce recipe and this one did not disappoint. It's flavorful and easy to make.


Cindy Bertoldo
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This sauce is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Mohamed Sahihi
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I'm not a huge fan of Italian food, but this sauce was really good. I would definitely make it again.


taniya ahmed201
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I followed the recipe exactly and the sauce turned out great. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


Mrs Arasmith
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This sauce is a bit too spicy for my taste, but it's still very good. I would probably use less red pepper flakes next time.


Zaid Al-zyoud
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I wasn't sure how this sauce would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's really delicious and I'll definitely be making it again.


Jack Jadah
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I've been making this sauce for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect sauce for a special occasion dinner.


SK REAN
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This sauce is so flavorful and delicious. I used it on spaghetti and it was the best pasta dish I've ever had.


Julio Oseguera
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I love how easy this sauce is to make. It's a great weeknight meal because it comes together quickly and easily.


MD. Arif
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This sauce is incredible! I've made it multiple times and it's always a hit. The flavors are rich and complex, and it's the perfect sauce for pasta, chicken, or vegetables.