All Day Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for All Day Spaghetti Sauce

• Lean Ground Beef
• 6 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
• Tomato Paste
• Bay Leaves
• Garlic Cloves
• Basil
• Oregano
• Onion Powder
• Salt
• Pepper

How to Make All Day Spaghetti Sauce

1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
2. Transfer the browned beef to a large (6-quart or larger) stockpot.
3. Add 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, 6 tablespoons tomato paste, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over low heat. Reduce heat to the lowest setting, partially cover the pot (leaving a small opening to vent steam), and let simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. After 1 hour, taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs to your preference.
6. Continue to simmer for another 2-4 hours, or longer, for a thicker, richer sauce. The longer it simmers, the more intense the flavor will become.
7. Once the desired consistency and flavor are reached, remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to freezer-safe bags or containers.
8. (Optional) For a vegetarian version, omit the beef.