World's Best Pasta Sauce! Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Sep 06, 2008

I made this twice, first as written and it was GREAT! But then I did some mild modifications. I used all ground beef, addes red wine instead of water and added 1/2 tsp of oregano and rosemary plus 2 bay leaves. Put it in my crock pot for 4 hours and it was OUTSTANDING! I even had a true Italian guy tell me it was an outstanding sauce. I served it over spaghetti.

—Lindam748

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 23, 2013

I made this just for kicks to see how other people make their sauce. This was just OK at best. First of all...there's already enough fennel seed in Italian sausage that adding more is complete overkill. And it's definitely lacking ingredients for a full, rich sauce...such as...bell pepper, mushrooms, fresh Italian basil, fresh spicy oregano, fresh parsley, and a bit of red wine. (by the way...red wine is what should be used instead of sugar) Also...1/8 to 1/4 cup olive oil in your sauce will keep it from coagulating and also makes it a healthier recipe. A couple pinches of black pepper and fresh thyme sprinkled on the sauce when served finishes it off.

—SierraFishinGuy

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Jun 14, 2008

I've never written a review for a recipe before but this recipe was worth the effort. I made this as the recipe calls and it was fabulous. I've been making Italian food for a long time and this sauce was truly delicious. My Italian husband declared it the best sauce he's ever had!!

—J

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Apr 21, 2007

Hope you enjoy it. I am still amazed that the responces my other recipe has recieved.

—Johnchandler

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Nov 09, 2009

Awesome meat sauce!!! I sauteed the beef and sausage separately as they tend to be greasy and added them to the sauce during the last half hour of cooking. I then sauteed the onion with a little olive oil and garlic until translucent. I then added the tomatoes and spices. I used red wine vs. water, added 1/4 tsp. of red pepper flakes, doubled the basil, added 2 tsp. of oregano, and 1 bay leaf. The fennel seeds are a nice touch! This sauce was so good and tasted even better the next day.

—Jillian

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May 21, 2008

I was going to just use the meat sauce recipe from my favorite lasagna but thought I'd look around and see what's out here. What do I pull up? The sauce recipe from my favorite lasagna! This sauce is great as is, and the best part is, you can tweak it a bit as you like. add more garlic, less sugar, spicy sausage,...whatever and the end product is always delicious. I personally like a thick sauce so I omit 1/2 of the tomato sauce this recipe calls for, still delicous! Try it you will love it.

—LOVEBUGSMAMMA

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Jul 14, 2008

I started making this sauce a few months ago. Since then, I absolutely REFUSE to buy any at the store. I love to add in fresh tomatoes from our garden, but even without it, this sauce KICKS tail. If I learned how to put it up in jars, I'd keep it on hand all the time. It makes a ton, and it is the single best sauce I have ever eaten.

—craigandsherry

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Dec 26, 2007

We took this to a pasta potluck and received many compliments and requests for the recipe! My daughter actually made it and said it was quick and easy. [But not quite as good as her husband's ;-)] Since everyone seemed to really like it I rated it five stars. Personally, it was too much meat for me and next time I will cut the sugar in half or omit it entirely. If you can find the Contadina brand tomato products I recommend using them. Their flavor is less acidic than other brands. This may be why I didn't think it needed the sugar. Their roasted garlic flavored tomato paste is the best!!

—JANIS MILLER

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Nutrition

Calories
157 kcal
8%

Carbohydrates
11.9 g
4%

Cholesterol
24 mg
8%

Fat
8.6 g
13%

Fiber
2.3 g
9%

Protein
9.6 g
19%

Sodium
673 mg
27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

World's Best Pasta Sauce!

Serving Size: 1/16 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 157
Calories from Fat: 77

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.6g 13 %
** Saturated Fat 3.1g 15 %
Cholesterol 24mg 8 %
Sodium 673mg 27 %
Potassium 554mg 16 %
Total Carbohydrates 11.9g 4 %
Dietary Fiber 2.3g 9 %
Protein 9.6g 19 %
** Sugars 5.4g
Vitamin A 15 %
Vitamin C 19 %
Calcium 5 %
Iron 22 %
** Thiamin 22 %
Niacin 35 %
** Vitamin B6 16 %
** Magnesium 11 %
** Folate 8 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.