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Italian Meat Sauce

This Italian meat sauce is a family favorite that can easily be made in under 15 minutes. This classic comfort food is hearty and satisfying with robust tomato and basil flavor. Serve with your favorite pasta for an easy Italian-style dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ cup diced onions
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced (1 tbsp pre-minced))
  • 1 28- ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • ½ tbsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp coarse salt
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish (optional))

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, brown the beef.
  • Once the beef is cooked through, stir in garlic and onions. Cook until onions are translucent, stirring as needed.
  • Add crushed tomatoes, basil, parsley and salt. Simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to fully develop.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcal Carbohydrates: 9g Protein: 14g Fat: 3g Saturated Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat: 1g Trans Fat: 0.2g Cholesterol: 35mg Sodium: 320mg Potassium: 534mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 5g Vitamin A: 227IU Vitamin C: 11mg Calcium: 58mg Iron: 3mg