The Next Best Thing Spaghetti Sauce Recipe captures the essence of homemade Italian cooking as it is experienced in the South.
Next Best Thing Spaghetti Sauce Recipe Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 large can (28 oz) tomatoes, either whole San Marzano or crushed tomatoes
½ cup water
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 medium sweet yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
½ teaspoon red pepper flake
Instructions
In a skillet over medium-high heat, saute the ground beef until it has browned and the fat has rendered out. Drain the fat, then set the beef aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Saute the onions and garlic until the onions are translucent.
Add the canned tomatoes and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. If using canned whole tomatoes, break them up with a wooden spoon.
Add the beef, water, tomato paste, salt, oregano, red pepper flake and the rest of the olive oil. Stir to combine.
Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Season to taste with additional salt, red pepper flake or oregano, if desired.