mama millie' s spaghetti sauce

Valley Head, AL
Updated on Sep 23, 2012

This recipe was my mother's , but I have made a few changes to put my own spin on it. It is always a family favorite. Now I'm passing it on to my daughter, and I'm sure she will make her own changes to make it her own and to suit her family's taste ! It takes a while but is so worth it. I guarantee that after smelling it cook for a couple of hours or more, everyone's mouth will be watering ! It's even better the next day. The longer you cook it the better it is.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 2 Hr
method Stove Top
yield 8 - 10

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground chuck
  • 4 cups diced tomatoes, seeded (or 2 large cans)
  • 2 cups water
  • 18 ounces tomato paste
  • 1 large bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 large bay leaves, dried
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oregano, dried
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning

How To Make mama millie' s spaghetti sauce

  • Step 1
    In a large pot add tomatoes, water, diced bell pepper and onion (Mine were really big. If yours is on the small side dice 2 of each.),2 large bay leaves (or 3 small), sugar, salt, black and red pepper, minced garlic and the rest of the spices. Bring to a boil the reduce heat , cover and simmer 1 hour.
  • Step 2
    Brown ground beef , drain off fat and add to sauce. Cook 30 more minutes then add tomato paste. Stir well. Cover and cook 30 more minutes , stirring every so often. Remove bay leaves then serve over your favorite pasta !

Discover More

Category: Beef
Category: Pasta
Category: Other Sauces
Culture: Italian
Keyword: #sauce
Keyword: #Tomato
Keyword: #homemade
Ingredient: Vegetable
Method: Stove Top

Comment & Reviews

ADVERTISEMENT
Just A Pinch Sweepstakes