Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce Recipe

A heartwarming story and a delicious recipe! This authentic Palermo pasta sauce recipe was passed down from a sweet Italian grandmother to my husband during a chance encounter on a German train. Learn the secrets behind this flavorful sauce, inspired by a touching tale of love and reunion across continents. This recipe captures the soul of Sicily in every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 417.3 kcal

Protein 49g

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Ingredients for Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce

Tomato Sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
Italian Sausage
Ground Beef
Red Wine
Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce

Finely chop the onion, garlic, and carrots.
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for at least 30 minutes, or longer for a richer flavor (simmering time is not included in the prep time). Stir occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add a pinch of sugar if the sauce is too acidic.
Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, serve over your favorite pasta.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

44g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce?

Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce?

Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce has approximately 417.3 calories per serving, with about 49 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce?

The key ingredients for Mike's Italian Grandma's Pasta Sauce are Tomato Sauce, Oregano, Garlic, Italian Sausage, Ground Beef, Red Wine. See the full list with measurements above.