Mom’s Easy Ground Beef Spaghetti Sauce: Homemade Comfort in Under an Hour
Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef
Spaghetti sauce that tastes like a warm hug from mom? You’ve found it! This Italian dinner staple combines rich meat sauce flavors and simple ingredients for a saucy upgrade to any pasta night.
Why You’ll Love This Meat Sauce
- Simple ingredients: No specialty items—just pantry basics.
- Big batch: Makes 8 hearty servings, perfect for leftovers.
- Comfort food: A classic pasta sauce that everyone will request again.
Ingredients for Your Pasta Sauce
- 1 pound ground beef
Step-by-Step Directions
- Gather all ingredients.
Pro Tips & Variations
- Add aromatics: Try sautéing chopped onion and garlic for extra depth.
- Bulk it up: Stir in diced tomatoes or tomato paste for a richer marinara style.
- Herb twist: Fresh basil or a sprinkle of oregano boosts that authentic Italian flavor.
- Storage: Keeps up to 4 days in the fridge or freezes beautifully for 3 months.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Fat: 9 g (Saturated Fat: 4 g)
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 931 mg
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Ready in just over an hour, this budget-friendly, no-fuss spaghetti sauce will be your go-to for pastas, lasagna or meatball subs. Spaghetti sauce perfection is just a simmer away!
Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef
Ingredients
Method
- Gather all ingredients.
