All Purpose Quick Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Ingredients for All Purpose Quick Spaghetti Sauce

• Lean Ground Beef
• Onions
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 oz can tomato paste
• 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
• Dried Oregano
• Dried Basil
• Dried Thyme
• Fresh Ground Pepper

How to Make All Purpose Quick Spaghetti Sauce

1. In a large heavy skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
2. Drain excess grease using a colander. Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel and return the beef to the skillet.
3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in 28 oz can crushed tomatoes, 6 oz can tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Use a spoon to break up the tomatoes.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add up to ½ cup water if desired for a thinner sauce.
6. Stir in any additional vegetables (carrots, peppers, celery, mushrooms, etc.) during the last 5 minutes of simmering. Add approximately 1 cup of chopped vegetables total.
7. Serve over your favorite pasta or rice. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
8. Cool completely before freezing in airtight containers.