STAMP-OF-APPROVAL SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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My father is very opinionated, especially about food. This recipe received his almost unreachable stamp of approval. I have yet to hear a disagreement from anyone who has tried it! -Melissa Taylor, Higley, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h30m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 pounds ground beef
3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
4 medium onions, finely chopped
8 garlic cloves, minced
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
4 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 bay leaves
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, sausage, onions and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, oil and seasonings., Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours. Discard bay leaves. Serve with spaghetti. Freeze option: Cool before placing in a freezer container. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a large saucepan; heat through, stirring occasionally. Serve with spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Rana Khalid
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I would definitely recommend this sauce to anyone who loves spaghetti.


Branton White
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This sauce is a great value. It's affordable and it tastes great.


Md Sany
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I'm not a great cook, but this sauce turned out perfectly. It's definitely a keeper.


Emon 777
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This sauce is so easy to make, but it tastes like it took hours to prepare.


Jose Madrigal
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I love the rich flavor of this sauce. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Kh Casa
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This sauce is a little bit spicy, but it's not overpowering. It's the perfect amount of heat.


Tariq Soomro
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I'm not a huge fan of spaghetti sauce, but this one is really good. It's not too sweet or too tangy.


Elaine
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This sauce is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots and celery and it was delicious.


Fady Tv
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I love the versatility of this sauce. I've used it on spaghetti, chicken, and even fish. It's always delicious.


Sk Tarikvai
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This sauce is delicious! I used it on chicken and it was amazing. I'll definitely be making it again.


lovy sandhu
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I've made this sauce several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Theo Roberson
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This sauce is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Md Shameem Hossain
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but it packs a lot of flavor.


Paul Rhyne
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This sauce is a keeper! It's easy to make and it tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Dj saqlain
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I've tried many spaghetti sauce recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and rich.


Andrew Don
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This sauce is delicious! I made it last night and my family loved it. It's definitely going into my regular rotation.


Qamar Price
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it tastes great. I've made it several times and it's always a success.


Junaid Ujjan
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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.