"This hearty Italian-style meat sauce has a sweetness that I really love. It’s the recipe I use for spaghetti, lasagna and gnocci, which I bake with mozzarella and Parmesan on top. —Jody L Bober, St Clairsville, Ohio..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound bulk Italian sausage
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1 large sweet onion, chopped
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1 can (6 ounces) Italian tomato paste
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1/2 cup water
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2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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2 teaspoons dried basil
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
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Hot cooked pasta of your choice