Meat Sauce (12 Oz) Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté the Aromatics

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

2. 2

   Brown the Meat

   Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

3. 3

   Add the Tomatoes and Seasonings

   Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. If using red wine, add it to the mixture at this point. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

4. 4

   Simmer the Sauce

   Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.

5. 5

   Taste and Adjust Seasoning

   Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar according to your preference.

6. 6

   Serve

   Once the sauce is ready, serve it hot over your favorite pasta, pizza, or use it as a base for other dishes.