SCHOOL SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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This is the 1971 USDA School Spaghetti recipe, for all of you who have been looking for that perfect sauce to recreate all those school lunches from days gone by. Serve with pasta.

Provided by John Alford

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 pounds ground beef
3 pounds onions, diced
4 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ quarts water
1 (28 ounce) can canned chopped tomatoes, drained
1 (14 ounce) can canned chopped tomatoes, drained
7 ounces tomato paste
11 teaspoons dried basil
11 teaspoons dried oregano
8 teaspoons dried marjoram
1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a very large pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Stir onions and garlic powder into the pot and cook for 5 minutes. Add water, both cans of tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, marjoram, thyme, and pepper. Let simmer for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 56.8 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 136.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Asrul Asrin
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I can't wait to try this sauce! It sounds delicious.


Jasmine Eckles
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This sauce is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always add a cup or two of chopped carrots, celery, and onions.


Corbin monster
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I'm not a big fan of spaghetti sauce, but this one is really good. It's not too sweet or too tangy. It's just right.


Ambia Sultana Meera
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This sauce is a lifesaver! I'm not a great cook, but this sauce always turns out perfectly. It's a hit with my family and friends.


Mohammed Samiullah
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I love this sauce! It's so simple to make and it's always delicious. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a great go-to meal for busy weeknights.


Masilo Simon
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This sauce is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on spaghetti, chicken, and even pizza. It's always a hit.


Ahmed Ayachi
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This sauce is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it tastes great. I'll definitely be making it again.


Shohag mona
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This sauce is delicious! I love the combination of flavors. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


shadin mia
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This sauce is so easy to make, and it tastes just like the spaghetti sauce I grew up eating. I love that I can control the ingredients and make it to my own taste.


Myrissia Coleman
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I've made this sauce several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. The kids love the sweet flavor of the tomatoes, and I love that it's a healthy and affordable meal.


0xiiTobi 01
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This spaghetti sauce is a great addition to my weeknight dinner rotation. It's quick and easy to make, and the flavor is delicious. I especially love the addition of the Italian seasoning and garlic powder. It really gives the sauce a boost of flavor