Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- Fresh basil leaves chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Increase heat to medium-high, add ground beef, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until beef is browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar. Add water and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer, partially covered, for 45 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot over your favorite cooked pasta and garnish with fresh basil, if desired.
