Ingredients for Julie's Spaghetti Sauce
- Olive Oil
- Mild Italian Sausage
- Sweet Onion
- Tomato Paste
- Crushed Tomatoes
- Garlic Clove
- Parsley
- Kosher Salt
- Italian Seasoning
- Sugar
- Red Wine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Sliced Mushrooms
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1 medium carrot, finely grated (optional)
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How to Make Julie's Spaghetti Sauce
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Italian sausage (removed from casings) and break it up while browning. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain off any excess grease from the pot.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, grated carrot (if using), oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, mushrooms, and olives (if using).
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or spices as needed.
- Serve over your favorite cooked pasta.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
86 g
Sugar
67g
Fat
50g
Carbs
10g
