70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat Recipe

Rediscover the lost magic of this classic 70s spaghetti sauce! This recipe, a cherished family heirloom, delivers rich, savory flavor that will become your new go-to for pasta nights and lasagna masterpieces. Unlike anything you've ever tasted, this sauce develops an incredibly thick, deeply satisfying texture with time, getting even better the next day. Perfect for canning and sharing, this recipe is a keeper. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 571.5 kcal
Protein 74g
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Ingredients for 70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • Diced Tomatoes With Juice
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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How to Make 70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1 medium chopped onion to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1/2 cup water, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor!
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve over your favorite pasta or use as a base for lasagna.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

99 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

55g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make 70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat?

70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat takes about 105 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 85 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in 70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat?

70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat has approximately 571.5 calories per serving, with about 74 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for 70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat?

The key ingredients for 70's Hunt's Spaghetti Sauce With Meat are Ground Beef, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Tomato Paste, Diced Tomatoes With Juice, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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