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Kay’s Spaghetti and Lasagna Sauce

Kay’s Spaghetti and Lasagna Sauce is a rich, homemade Italian-style sauce that’s both hearty and full of flavor. Made with stewed and crushed tomatoes, ground beef, fresh garlic, onions, and bell peppers, this sauce is perfect for both spaghetti and lasagna. The secret ingredient? A touch of sugar to balance the acidity and bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Whether you enjoy it with beef or a vegetarian alternative, this sauce is an absolute must-try for Italian food lovers

  • Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

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  • 1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 yellow onions, chopped
  • 2 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Blend the stewed tomatoes and crushed tomatoes in a blender. In a stock pot or large kettle, brown the ground beef with the onions, peppers, garlic. Pour in tomatoes, and reduce heat. Add sugar, basil and oregano, and simmer about 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

  • Author: zakia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Sauce, Pasta Sauce
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 206 per serving