Chunky Pasta Sauce with Meat

Contributed By: DCC
Dairy Council of California

This chunky pasta sauce has two kinds of meat to add flavor and texture to your pasta.

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Total Preparation Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients: Beef
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
High Fiber
Meal Type: Sauces

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Ingredients

6 ounces Ground beef
6 ounces Mild or hot Italian sausage, sliced
1/2 Medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 clove Garlic, minced
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chunky tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 cup Red wine, optional
Hot cooked pasta
Grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

In large saucepan, brown beef and sausage; drain all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Add onion and garlic; cook until tender. Add tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce and wine. Boil, uncovered, 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Serve over pasta; top with Parmesan cheese.

Cook's Notes

Nutrient Information is for sauce only.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 206 ; Total Fat: 8 g ; Saturated Fat: 3 g ; Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5 g ; Carbohydrates: 14 g ; Protein: 18 g ; Vitamin A: 439 IU ; Vitamin C: 24 mg ; Calcium: 93 mg ; Sodium: 863 mg ; Iron: 4.1 mg ; Fiber: 3 g