Spaghetti al Sugo
Homestyle Meat Sauce SpaghettiEmbark on a journey of savory delights with our Homestyle Meat Sauce Spaghetti, a timeless classic that marries the richness of slow-cooked sauce with perfectly al dente noodles.
Equipment
Ingrediënten
- 1 can 15 oz. tomato sauce
- 1 can 12 oz. tomato paste
- ½ cup water
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 can 3 oz. mushroom pieces and liquid
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- ½ cup tomato juice or water
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz. spaghetti noodles uncooked
Instructies
- In a Dutch oven, combine tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, chopped onion, minced garlic, mushrooms with liquid, nutmeg, and sugar.
- Bring the mixture to a boil on the stovetop.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Cover the Dutch oven and transfer it to the oven.
- Allow the sauce to cook for 2 hours.
- (Alternatively, simmer the sauce very slowly on the stovetop.
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- After 2 hours, add the lean ground beef.
- You can crumble it into the sauce or shape it into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
- Cook for an additional 1 hour.
- Add tomato juice or water and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Continue cooking for an additional 20 minutes.
- While the sauce is cooking, prepare the spaghetti al dente according to the package instructions.
- Be cautious not to overcook; overcooked spaghetti can become too soft and sticky.
- Drain the spaghetti and place it on a deep platter.
- Cover with the savory meat sauce and serve.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this comforting Homestyle Meat Sauce Spaghetti with a robust red wine such as Chianti. The bold flavors of the meat sauce and the acidity of the tomatoes will complement the wine's character, creating a harmonious dining experience. Buon appetito!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 480 kcal | Carbohydrates: 50 g | Protein: 23 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 15 g
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