Kids Favorite Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

SIMPLE TOMATO SPAGHETTI FOR KIDS

Steps:

• Add the butter and oil to a pan and melt. Add in the onion and cook on a medium heat for 2-3 minutes until it starts to soften. Add the carrots, celery and garlic and fry for another couple of minutes, stirring regularly.
• Pour in the chopped tomatoes, dried oregano and chopped capers and mix well.
• Cook on a high simmer for 10-12 minutes before serving with cooked spaghetti. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

FAMILY-FAVORITE SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook the sausage, beef, onion, celery and garlic in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the diced tomatoes, tomato soup, mushrooms, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar and seasonings. Stir in sausage mixture., Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until flavors are blended. Serve with spaghetti.

FAMILY-FAVORITE PASTA SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, cook the sausage, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, parsley, brown sugar, vinegar and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1-1/2 hours or until flavors are blended. Serve with pasta. Freeze option: Freeze cooled sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

KIDS' FAVORITE SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Steps:

• In a skillet, over medium heat, brown the ground beef and sausage. (You won't need any additional fat; the sausage will provide enough). Use a wooden spoon to crumble and mix the meats.
• Meanwhile, in a dutch oven over medium heat, add the oil and onion and saute until onion is limp, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, celery, and carrots and continue to saute for 3 minutes. Stir in the oregano, basil, celery salt, red pepper flakes, and paprika and continue to saute for 2 minutes.
• Using a slotted spoon, transfer the browned meat into the dutch oven. Stir in the tomato sauce, juice, and paste; wine; and water. Bring the mixture to a boil. Turn the heat to low and continue to simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover, and let the sauce cool to room temperature. If desired, use a hand blender to pulse the sauce several times for a smoother consistency. Reheat and serve over your favorite pasta. Refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 4 months.

MOM'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the ground beef, pork and sausage until it is brown. Drain off excess fat. Add the remaining ingredients and stir until smooth. Cook for 3 to 4 hours on medium heat, stirring often to prevent scorching.

KID-PLEASING SPAGHETTI

Steps:

• In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in spaghetti; set aside. , In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in 3/4 cup cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted. , Place half of the spaghetti mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with cheese sauce and the remaining spaghetti mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

NANNY'S SPAGHETTI SAUCE

Steps:

• In a large skillet combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, garlic, sugar, vinegar, oregano and red pepper flakes. Stir all together and simmer over low heat for at least 30 minutes (for the best flavor). Stir frequently to prevent burning.