Basic Meat Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. lean grnd beef
  • 2 med. onions, diced
  • 2 c. minced celery
  • 1 lg. green pepper, minced
  • 3 tbsp. salad oil
  • 3 (15 ounce.) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 (6 ounce.) can tomato paste
  • 1/4 pound mushrooms, washed and sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. In large skillet, saute/fry onions, celery, green pepper, and garlic in salad oil till clear and somewhat golden brown in color.
  2. In Dutch oven, brown grnd beef well; drain off excess grease.
  3. Add in sauteed mix, seasonings, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and mushrooms.
  4. Simmer over low heat for 20-30 min, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve over cooked pasta, or possibly use in lasagna or possibly chili.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

493 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.5g 23% DV
Total Fat 29.9g 38% DV
Carbs 59.5g 22% DV
Fiber 23g 82% DV
Sugar 11.4g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 517.5mg 23% DV
Potassium 1469.5mg 31% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 675.8mcg 75% DV
Vitamin C 30.6mg 34% DV
Vitamin D 6.6mcg 33% DV
Calcium 498.8mg 38% DV
Iron 16.9mg 94% DV
Diet fit High-fiber

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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