Katie's Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

This recipe for Katie's Famous Spaghetti Sauce is a family favorite, simmered for hours to develop a rich, deep flavor. Make a big batch – it freezes beautifully in gallon freezer bags for easy access to delicious homemade sauce anytime! Perfect for pasta nights, and don't forget the crusty Italian bread for dipping!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 405 mins

Calories 31.7 kcal

Protein 6g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Katie's Spaghetti Sauce

Extra Lean Ground Beef
Bell Peppers
Onions
Mushroom
Italian Seasoning
Bay Leaves
Garlic Cloves
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
Red Wine
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 teaspoon sugar

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How to Make Katie's Spaghetti Sauce

In a large kettle, brown 1 lb ground beef with 1 large onion (chopped) and 2 cloves garlic (minced). Drain excess grease.
Add 2 (28 ounce) cans of crushed tomatoes and 1 (6 ounce) can of tomato paste.
Continue browning the meat and vegetables until the meat is cooked through and the onions are softened.
Stir in 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 bay leaf, and 1/2 cup of chopped fresh parsley. Add approximately 8 cups of water.
Simmer uncovered for 4 to 6 hours, stirring frequently. Do not cover tightly, or the sauce will become watery.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve over your favorite pasta, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy with plenty of crusty Italian bread for dipping!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Katie's Spaghetti Sauce?

Katie's Spaghetti Sauce takes about 435 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 405 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Katie's Spaghetti Sauce?

Katie's Spaghetti Sauce has approximately 31.7 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Katie's Spaghetti Sauce?

The key ingredients for Katie's Spaghetti Sauce are Extra Lean Ground Beef, Bell Peppers, Onions, Mushroom, Italian Seasoning, Bay Leaves. See the full list with measurements above.