Stamp-of-Approval Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

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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

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Stamp-of-Approval Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
  • Prep: 30 min. Cook: 8 hours
  • Yield: 12 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
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  • 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

Directions

  • 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.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours. Discard bay leaves. Serve with spaghetti. Yield: 12 servings (3 quarts).

Nutritional Facts 1 cup sauce (calculated without spaghetti) equals 298 calories, 12 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 48 mg cholesterol, 557 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 20 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 vegetable, 2 lean meat, 2 fat.

Originally published as Stamp-of-Approval Spaghetti Sauce in Taste of Home February/March 2009, p16

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Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot or Syrah.

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Reviewed on Apr. 01, 2012 by ladydydy

Amuzing...I was reading all the other ratings...how can you make a negative comment without even trying a recipe?????

Reviewed on Apr. 01, 2012 by ladydydy

Oh my...this spaghetti sauce is soooo amazing! Now I can't stand to use canned as there is such an amazing difference. So good I could eat just the sauce and forget the spaghetti. The only thing I changed was just a smidge less sugar. LOVE IT!!!

Reviewed on Apr. 01, 2012 by dgrammer

I have made this several times w/ home made ravioli.... Love it! I have altered it a little but many have asked for the recipe :)

Reviewed on Apr. 01, 2012 by sunflower31

This is now my to go to Spaghetti sauce recipe. Since there is only the 2 of us I love making a big batch and freezing it for those lazy days when I don't feel like cooking. I added a little more garlic and some crushed red pepper.Wonderful recipe, thanks for sharing!

Reviewed on Apr. 01, 2012 by rjpool

I absolutely love this recipe. It has been a hit with my family also!

Reviewed on Apr. 01, 2012 by bradmichellef

This is so yummy. I also add diced carrots to it too and "boat motor" it a little. I always make a huge pot and freeze enough for 2 more dinners. My husband & girls LOVE this recipe! Thanks for sharing!

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2012 by BIGRUNNINGTAZ

FORGOT TO RATE. ITS A 5 STAR

Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2012 by BIGRUNNINGTAZ

MADE HALF OF THE RECIPE AND IT WAS DELICIOUS. FIXING TO MADE ANOTHER POT TODAY.

Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2012 by fadeley1

This recipe was so easy and was the best that I have had.

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2012 by nancyinwi

Very bland. I would make it again, but I would add LOTS more spices, specifically garlic, basil and oregano. Loved how easy it was to just fill the crockpot and let it go until we were ready to eat. I cut the recipe in half and we still have leftovers.

 
 

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