How to Make Pasta Sauce with Italian Sausage - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a hearty pasta dish to satisfy your hunger and warm your soul. And when it comes to pasta sauces, nothing beats the rich and savory flavor of Italian sausage. This classic recipe for pasta sauce with Italian sausage is sure to become a favorite in your household, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special weekend meal with friends.

Using simple, fresh ingredients, this recipe delivers a mouthwatering combination of flavors that will leave you craving for ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Italian sausage links, casings removed and cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ pound lean ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) can canned tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can canned tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat; add sausage and cook until browned, about 10 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Stir in ground beef, garlic, and onion. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Pour in tomatoes and tomato sauce; stir in cooked sausage. Season with salt, basil, oregano, bay leaf, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove bay leaf before serving.
  • Nutrition

    339 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 1518mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 675mg