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Delicious Two-Meat Spaghetti Sauce

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An Italian-inspired sauce with ground beef, hot sausage, and three tomato types. Simmered for hours to create bold, deep flavors. Perfect for your favorite pasta dishes!
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Updated on Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:44:15 GMT
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The aroma of authentic Italian spaghetti sauce simmering on the stovetop transforms any kitchen into a rustic trattoria. Through countless batches and refinements, this recipe delivers the rich, hearty flavors that make store-bought sauce pale in comparison.

The enticing fragrance of this sauce has been known to draw neighbors to the kitchen, sparking new Sunday cooking traditions.

Key Ingredients

  • Hot Italian sausage: Core flavor foundation
  • Ground beef: Rich, meaty texture
  • Vidalia onion: Sweet aromatic base
  • Whole garlic cloves: Essential Italian flavor
  • San Marzano tomatoes: Premium sauce base
  • Dried herbs: Classic Italian blend
  • Raw sugar: Cuts tomato acidity
  • Fresh herbs: Final flavor boost
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Sauce Fundamentals

Meat Preparation:
Thoroughly brown for best flavor
Aromatics:
Slowly cook until soft and golden
Tomato Selection:
Blend varieties for complexity
Herb Timing:
Layer seasonings throughout cooking
Final Stage:
Extended simmer develops flavors

Early attempts at homemade sauce often disappoint with thin, underdeveloped flavors. The transformation happens during patient, slow cooking.

Pro Tips

Each batch brings new discoveries. Steam coating windows signals proper reduction, while the sauce's gradual color change marks flavor development milestones.

Kitchen Stories

Time passes quickly during sauce-making sessions. The gentle bubbling acts as a kitchen timer, while the deepening color shows progression. Even family pets appreciate the developing aromas.

Creative Variations

Adaptations add dimension:

  • Reserved red wine brings depth
  • Extra mushrooms boost umami
  • Grated carrot adds subtle sweetness

Storage Solutions

Proper storage ensures ready availability. Portion into freezer containers, label clearly, and maintain a steady supply for impromptu pasta nights.

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Troubleshooting Guide

Thin consistency?
Continue simmering uncovered
Sausage substitution?
Reduces authentic flavor profile
Sugar necessity?
Essential for acid balance

Mastering homemade sauce transforms pasta nights permanently. The difference in flavor is undeniable.

Success metrics include approval from traditional Italian home cooks - the highest culinary praise possible.

Parmesan rinds contribute exceptional depth. Strategic freezer storage ensures sauce availability for unexpected occasions.

Homemade Two-Meat Sauce

A thick and savory sauce made with two meats, a mix of tomatoes, and the perfect seasonings. Totally worth the time to cook!

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
180 Minutes
Total Time
195 Minutes

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 6 Servings

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Meats

01 1 pound ground beef with low-fat content
02 1 pound spicy Italian sausage

→ Vegetables & Herbs

03 1/3 cup of chopped parsley (fresh)
04 5 minced garlic cloves
05 1 large sweet onion, chopped into tiny pieces

→ Tomato Base

06 A 12-ounce can of tomato paste
07 A 15-ounce can of fire-roasted chopped tomatoes
08 A 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes
09 Half a cup of chicken or beef stock

→ Seasonings

10 1 teaspoon of kosher salt
11 2 teaspoons of dried Italian herbs
12 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
13 2 tablespoons of white sugar

Instructions

Step 01

Heat a large deep pot on medium-high and cook the sausage and ground beef while breaking them up into little bits. Toss in garlic and onion, and cook everything together until the meat gets nicely browned. Tip out any extra grease.

Step 02

Turn the heat down a bit to medium. Mix in the sugar, dried herbs, salt, pepper, parsley, and tomato paste until they combine well.

Step 03

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, roasted diced tomatoes, and the broth. Give it a good stir until all the ingredients are mixed together.

Step 04

Let the sauce come to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat to its lowest setting, and let it cook for at least an hour. If you can, let it go for 3 to 4 hours to boost the flavor.

Notes

  1. A bit of sugar can take the edge off the tomato's acidity.
  2. The longer your sauce cooks, the richer and tastier it gets.

Tools You'll Need

  • A sturdy pot with plenty of depth
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • A wooden spoon or spatula

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Sausage ingredients might have gluten, so check the label!

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 493
  • Total Fat: 28 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 29 g
  • Protein: 32 g