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Olive Garden Meaty Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Yields1 ServingPrep Time20 minsCook Time8 minsTotal Time28 mins

My homemade spaghetti sauce got rave reviews, but it was so time-consuming to make on the stovetop. My family loves this flavorful slow-cooker version. —Arlene Sommers, Redmond, Washington

Meaty Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
 1 pound bulk Italian sausage
 1 medium green pepper, chopped
 1 medium onion, chopped
 8 garlic cloves, minced
 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, drained
 2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
  cup sugar
 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
 1 tbsp dried basil
 2 tsp dried marjoram
 1 tsp salt
 ½ tsp pepper
 Hot cooked spaghetti
 Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional
1

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef and sausage until no longer pink, 10-12 minutes, crumbling meat; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the green pepper, onion, garlic, tomatoes, tomato sauce, paste, sugar and seasonings.

2

Cover and cook on low until bubbly, about 8 hours. Serve with spaghetti. If desired, top with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%

Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 44mg15%
Sodium 1119mg47%
Total Carbohydrate 26g9%

Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 17g
Protein 15g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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