Meaty Spaghetti Sauce

Spaghetti Sauce

This is another adding things you like to a can/jar recipe that I learned from my sister.  When comparing the price of tomatoes and tomato sauce vs. the price of a jar of spaghetti sauce, they’re not too far apart.  This is perfect when you’re looking for a quick dinner.  Week nights, I just don’t have the time (or inclination) to make spaghetti sauce from scratch.  I use Angel Hair pasta because it cooks so much quicker.

Browned Hamburger for Sauce
Browned Hamburger for Sauce

1-2 jars/cans of your favorite spaghetti sauce
1 lb. lean hamburger, browned
1 teaspoon of minced garlic per jar
¼ cup finely chopped onion per jar

 

Optional, if you need to make a little larger batch…
1 each 8 oz. can tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning, oregano or basil

Spaghetti Sauce in Pan
Spaghetti Sauce in Pan

Brown hamburger and onion in sauce pan.  Drain off fat and any excess liquid.  Add spaghetti sauce and minced garlic, then mix thoroughly.  Heat on medium until heated clear through.  That’s it.  Quick and easy.

Now if you need a little more sauce, especially since the jars are no longer a full quart, add 1 each 8 oz. can of tomato sauce and ¼ teaspoon seasoning.  This ratio works well for me.  If I add 2 cans, I add ½ teaspoon seasonings.

If your sauce seems too runny, add a few plain instant potatoes and it will thicken right up without affecting the flavor.

Spaghetti with bread
Spaghetti with bread for supper tonight!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I live in a rural area of Arizona. I grew up in Iowa and transplanted to Arizona in the early 80's. I moved from a small Iowa farm to Phoenix, Arizona. Talk about culture shock! I lasted a couple years in metro Phoenix, then looked at a map and chose a small town. I live with my husband, Ken, and dog, Maggie, on an acreage just outside town. So much of what I learned by doing, as a way of life, is being lost. Everyone has something to offer the younger generation, so here I go...