How to Make Grandma Augusta's Spaghetti Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of homemade spaghetti sauce, and nobody knows that better than Grandma Augusta. This beloved family recipe has been handed down through generations, and now I'm excited to share it with you. Made with love and care, Grandma Augusta's Spaghetti Sauce is a true labor of love, and its rich, robust flavor will have your taste buds dancing. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delicious meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

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Ingredients

  • 3 slices bacon, diced
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 2 ⅓ cups chopped onion
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 (16 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™), or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Cook the bacon in a heavy, 5 quart pot over medium-high heat until the grease begins to render out, about 3 minutes. Stir in the ground beef and onions. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Pour in the wine, and season with salt, basil, oregano, garlic, and pepper. Simmer uncovered until most of the wine has evaporated, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    280 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 1218mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 72mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1045mg