Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd Recipe

This hearty meat sauce recipe is perfect for feeding a large family or group! Packed with vegetables for a healthy and flavorful boost, this low-fat, naturally sodium-rich sauce is perfect for enjoying immediately or freezing for future meals. Make a big batch and enjoy delicious, homemade pasta sauce anytime! #meatsauce #pastasauce #bigbatch #familyrecipe #healthyrecipe #lowfat #freezermeal

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 100 mins

Calories 359.8 kcal

Protein 51g

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

Ingredients for Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd

2 lbs ground beef
Onions
2 celery stalks (chopped)
Bell Pepper
Carrot
Fresh Jalapeno Pepper
Garlic Cloves
8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
Fresh Oregano
Fresh Parsley
Fresh Thyme
Fresh Basil
Garlic Powder
Salt
Black Pepper
Tomato Sauce
Tomato Paste

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How to Make Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned (about 8-10 minutes). Drain off any excess grease.
Add 1 large onion (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 1 cup carrots (chopped), and 1 jalapeño pepper (minced) to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add 4 cloves garlic (minced), 8 oz mushrooms (sliced), 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp dried basil, 1 tsp dried parsley, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 15 oz tomato sauce, and 6 oz tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Before serving, stir in 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil or parsley for extra freshness. Serve over your favorite pasta!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

71 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

33g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd?

Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 100 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd?

Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd has approximately 359.8 calories per serving, with about 51 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 27 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd?

The key ingredients for Rich Thick Meat Sauce For A Crowd are Ground Beef, Onions, Celery, Bell Pepper, Carrot, Fresh Jalapeno Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.