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Pat's Lasagna Meat Sauce Recipe

Transform ordinary spaghetti sauce into an extraordinary lasagna masterpiece! This recipe takes your favorite canned sauce (Hunt's Garlic & Herb is a budget-friendly favorite!) and elevates it to a rich, mellow, and almost semi-sweet meat sauce perfect for lasagna or any Italian dish. Developed over years of family gatherings and large-pan lasagna creations (that always disappear!), this recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing result. Forget the tangy tartness of basic spaghetti sauce; this is comfort food at its finest, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Make a big batch – it freezes beautifully for future spaghetti nights or to complement store-bought meatballs. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 3346.9 kcal
Protein 425g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Pat's Lasagna Meat Sauce

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How to Make Pat's Lasagna Meat Sauce

  1. Brown 1 pound ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional), to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 (24-ounce) cans Hunt's Garlic & Herb spaghetti sauce, 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. If desired, blend a portion of the sauce with an immersion blender or in a regular blender until smooth for a creamier texture. Stir back into the pot.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more garlic, salt, pepper, or herbs to your preference.
  7. Serve over your favorite pasta, use as a lasagna sauce, or freeze for later use.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

374 g

Sugar

749g

Fat

200g

Carbs

81g

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