Description
Ina Garten’s Spaghetti Sauce with Meat is a robust and savory sauce made with ground beef, onions, garlic, and tomatoes. It’s simmered slowly to allow the flavors to meld together, creating a rich, hearty sauce that pairs perfectly with spaghetti. The sauce is seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs, making it a classic comfort dish that’s both satisfying and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1 cup of red wine (optional, for depth of flavor)
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Cook Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onions and garlic to the skillet, cooking until they are softened and fragrant.
- Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the red wine (if using) and cook for a few minutes until reduced by half.
- Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, and sugar. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 20-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Toss the sauce with cooked spaghetti, garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.