Best Ever Homemade Spaghetti Marinara

This homemade marinara is rich, hearty, and full of classic Italian flavor. Simmered with beef, sausage, and pantry staples, it’s a dependable sauce that works beautifully for family dinners and gatherings alike.

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Best Ever Homemade Spaghetti Marinara Sauce

A hearty homemade spaghetti marinara made with ground beef, Italian sausage, tomatoes, and classic seasonings. Easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight meals or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 pound ground italian sausage
• 1 medium onion, chopped (I used dried onion)
• 4 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 (28oz.) )can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15oz.) can tomato sauce
• 1 (6oz.) can tomato paste
• 2 Tablespoon sugar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Instructions

• In a large pot or deep saucepan, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat until fully browned. Drain excess grease if needed.

  Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring, until softened and fragrant.

  Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, basil, fennel seeds, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

  Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

  Serve warm over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta.

Notes

• This sauce thickens as it simmers and continues to develop flavor over time.

  It can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.

  Freezes well in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

  Pairs well with spaghetti, penne, or layered dishes like baked pasta.