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15 Minute Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Craving a delicious spaghetti sauce but short on time? This 15-minute recipe is your answer! Using pre-cooked hamburger (for ultimate speed!), this recipe delivers big flavor without the long wait. Customize the spice level to your liking – mild, medium, or fiery hot! Serve over your favorite pasta, alongside a crisp green salad and crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese for extra deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 297.2 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
15 Minute Spaghetti Sauce

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Ingredients for 15 Minute Spaghetti Sauce

  • Hamburger
  • Tomato Sauce & Mushrooms
  • Sliced Mushrooms
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Celery
  • Sweet Red Pepper
  • Sweet Green Pepper
  • Garlic Flakes
  • Jalapenos
  • Hot Chili Flakes

How to Make 15 Minute Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), salt and pepper to taste, and 1 pound pre-cooked hamburger, crumbled.
  4. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Serve immediately over your favorite cooked pasta. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

29g

Carbs

2g

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