Delicious Homemade Meat Sauce
Indulge in the comforting aroma and rich flavors of this homemade meat sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering. Made with lean ground beef, fresh garlic, and a blend of Italian herbs, this sauce simmers to perfection, creating a delightful experience that brings everyone together. Serve over your favorite pasta or use it as a topping for lasagna or pizza.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup red wine (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef; break it up with a spatula until browned and no longer pink.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and red wine (if using). Stir well to combine.
- Season with oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes.
- Taste before serving; adjust seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg