Best 10 Zesty Meaty Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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In the realm of culinary artistry, few dishes ignite taste buds and entice the palate quite like a hearty and flavorful zesty meaty spaghetti sauce. With its tantalizing aroma wafting through the air and its rich, complex flavors dancing on the tongue, this classic dish has earned its place as a beloved staple in kitchens and dinner tables across the globe. Whether you're a seasoned chef seeking to elevate your culinary repertoire or a novice cook embarking on a journey of culinary exploration, discovering the art of crafting the perfect zesty meaty spaghetti sauce is an endeavor that promises to reward you with a symphony of flavors and the satisfaction of creating a dish that will delight your loved ones and leave them craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEATY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Tired of the same old boring spaghetti sauce recipes? I invented this one to satisfy my craving for a meaty, flavorful sauce. Serve with your favorite pasta, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Freeze the leftovers for a quick dinner another night!

Provided by Stacey Adkins

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound pork sausage
2 ounces sliced pepperoni sausage
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 onions, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
3 cubes beef bouillon cube
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 cup beef broth

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot cook the ground beef, sausage, pepperoni, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, onion, carrots and celery. Cook until beef is no longer pink. Drain into a large colander to drain grease.
  • To the large saucepot, add the mushrooms, tomato sauce, tomatoes, tomato paste, bouillon cubes, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper, black pepper, sugar, and beef broth and stir well. Pour the meat mixture into the pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 18.5 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 514.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MEATY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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My homemade spaghetti sauce got rave reviews, but it was so time-consuming to make on the stovetop. My family loves this flavorful slow-cooker version. -Arlene Sommers, Redmond, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
8 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried marjoram
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked spaghetti
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef and sausage until no longer pink, 10-12 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the green pepper, onion, garlic, tomatoes, tomato sauce, paste, sugar and seasonings., Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until bubbly. Serve with spaghetti. Garnish with parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

ZESTY HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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I started off with my family's favorite recipe for homemade spaghetti sauce, which is very good but a bit mild for my preference. So I kept adding certain ingredients until I was satisfied, and I ended up with the recipe posted here. I have added red pepper flakes on occasion too, but that makes the sauce a bit spicy and "over the top" for my kids.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb ground Italian sausage or 1 lb beef
1/2 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons oil
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
6 ounces mushroom pieces (reserve the liquid)
1/2 green pepper, chopped
28 ounces tomato sauce
6 ounces tomato paste
1/2 cup water or 1/2 cup mushroom juice
1 1/2 teaspoons minced parsley
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or more, to suit) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, brown the sausage (or beef) with the chopped onion until no pink remains in the sausage and the onion is transparent. Drain excess grease.
  • In the meantime, heat oil in a kettle or stock pot, and sauté the minced garlic, mushroom pieces, and green pepper in the oil until the pepper is tender. Add remaining ingredients, including enough mushroom juice or water to reach the right consistency. Cover; let sauce simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Add the browned meat/onion mixture to the kettle. Cover and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes. Serve over cooked and drained spaghetti noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.3, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 43.1, Sodium 2237.6, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 11.4, Protein 18.6

CLASSIC MEATY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This flavorful spaghetti meat sauce recipe is made with lean ground beef, oregano, basil, garlic, onion, tomato paste, and other ingredients.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Sauce     Pasta

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion ( chopped )
1 large clove garlic (minced)
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
3 cups water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: Dash crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet or sauté pan ; pour off excess fat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and cook over medium-low heat until onion is tender. Stir in tomato paste, water, sugar, and seasonings; blend well. Simmer, uncovered, over very low heat for 1 hour.
  • Serve over hot spaghetti or linguini and serve grated Parmesan cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 686 mg, Sugar 13 g, Fat 14 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

ZESTY MEATY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Beef     Kid-Friendly

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Main Ingredients:
1 tablespoon Olive Oil;
1 medium-size onion, finely chopped;
3 small garlic cloves, finely chopped;
1 pound (about 500 grams) lean ground beef;
1 large can (about 800 mL) diced tomatoes;
1 small can tomato paste;
Seasonings:
1/4 teaspoon pepper;
1/4 teaspoon paprika;
Small dash cayenne pepper;
1/2 teaspoon tabasco sauce;
1 teaspoon sugar;
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar;
Splash of port or red wine to taste;
Dashes of rosemary; marjoram; oregano; basil; summer savory; thyme and tarragon;
2 bay leaves.

Steps:

  • Sauté onions and garlic in the olive oil in a large saucepan on high heat until the onions are transparent, stirring regularly. Add the ground beef, and brown the beef, stirring regularly until the beef is broken up. Reduce heat to medium. Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring until well-mixed. Add the seasonings, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 2 to 3 hours. Serve with spaghetti or the pasta of your choice, complimented with a salad, crusty bread and a nice red wine.

SPAGHETTI WITH ZESTY BOLOGNESE SAUCE



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Enjoy some Healthy Living Spaghetti with Zesty Bolognese Sauce tonight! Italian dressing gives your tasty spaghetti's Bolognese sauce its zesty flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Healthy Living Dinner Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Lite Zesty Italian Dressing
1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 lb. spaghetti, uncooked
2 Tbsp. PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook and stir onions in dressing in large skillet on medium heat 5 min. or until crisp-tender. Add meat; cook on medium-high heat until browned, stirring frequently. Stir in tomato sauce and tomatoes. Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low 15 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, cook spaghetti as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Remove sauce from heat. Add Neufchatel; stir until melted. Drain spaghetti; place in large bowl. Top with sauce and Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 730 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g

MOM'S SWEET SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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My mom has made this sauce ever since before I was born. My whole family and all my friends love it. I love it cause it's sweet and different from all the other spicy and tart sauces.

Provided by LANGSTON28

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ onion, minced
½ green bell pepper, chopped
1 pound ground beef
4 slices bacon
2 (4 ounce) jars mushrooms, drained
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
½ cup white wine
¾ cup sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook onion and bell pepper in oil until transparent. Add beef to onions and peppers; cook until brown. Set aside.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Reserve drippings and crumble bacon. Combine drippings and crumbled bacon with the beef mixture.
  • Add mushrooms, tomato sauce, tomato paste, garlic powder and oregano. Pour in wine while stirring. Stir in sugar, then salt and pepper. Cook until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1117.1 mg, Sugar 31.1 g

SPICY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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I appreciate the fact that this hearty pasta sauce is quick to assemble and cooks in just a few hours. My husband and I have our hands full raising two children and 25,000 game birds on our farm.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h

Yield 6-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 bay leaves
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato juice, tomato paste, mushrooms and seasonings; bring to a boil., Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaves. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts :

THICK AND SPICY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Make and share this Thick and Spicy Spaghetti Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 large onions, chopped
2 medium green bell peppers, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs ground beef
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, undrained
3 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 (16 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained and coarsely chopped
3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vinegar
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
hot sauce (about 3 drops)
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup Burgundy wine (or other dry red wine)
hot cooked spaghetti
shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Saute onion, green pepper, celery, and garlic in hot oil in a large pot until the vegetables are tender.
  • Add in ground beef; cook until meat is browned, stirring to crumble the meat; drain well and return to pot.
  • Stir in the next 15 ingredients; cover, lower heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Take out bay leaves; stir in Burgundy wine.
  • On individual plates, spoon sauce over cooked spaghetti; sprinkle each serving with cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.2, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 61.7, Sodium 1109.9, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 13.1, Protein 21.5

SLOW-COOKER MEATY ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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If you've been searching for "the one," that is a reliably delicious spaghetti sauce that will please the family, freeze well and get better overnight, we humbly suggest this recipe. No hard-to-find ingredients here, just everything you'd expect to be in a basic red sauce. Before stewing to perfection in your slow cooker, this sauce does require a crucial couple minutes of skillet time. Taking the 15 minutes to brown Italian sausage and onions to golden-brown perfection doesn't just bring out the best in these ingredients, it also leads to a sauce that's considerably more delicious than it would be otherwise. And after you do it, it's just a matter of tossing all the ingredients into the pot and letting them simmer together into a rich and savory red gravy!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage or ground beef
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (6 oz)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (15 oz each) tomato sauce
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage, onions, mushrooms and garlic over medium heat about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.
  • Spoon sausage mixture into cooker.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce.
  • Brown the meat well. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the sauce from becoming greasy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your sauce.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta or use it as a topping for pizza or lasagna.

Conclusion:

This zesty meaty spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile recipe that can be used in a variety of dishes. With its rich flavor and hearty texture, this sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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