Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef

This Homemade Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef recipe is a classic comfort food perfect for a family dinner. Made with fresh ingredients, this sauce is easy to prepare and will be sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1/2 cup red wine
• 1 tbsp. sugar
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1 bay leaf

Nutrition:

• Serving Size: 1/2 cup
• Calories: 170
• Total Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 3.5g
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sodium: 330mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 10g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 7g
• Protein: 10g

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat, leaving a small amount for flavor.
2. Add onion and garlic; continue to cook until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, sugar, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
4. Bring sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally. If sauce becomes too thick, add water as needed.
5. Remove bay leaf and serve over cooked spaghetti.

Additional Notes:

• This recipe serves 6 people.
• Total preparation time is about 15 minutes.
• Total cooking time is 1-2 hours.
• This meal falls under the category of comfort food and is of Italian cuisine.

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