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meat sauce recipe with Sun-Dried Tomato Burst
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: General (Keto, Paleo, Vegan adaptable)
Description
This meat sauce recipe with Sun-Dried Tomato Burst is a hearty, family-friendly dish perfect for busy weeknights, featuring lean ground meat and rich tomato flavor with a concentrated burst from sun-dried tomatoes. It’s a game-changer for delicious, quick, and healthy eating.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter meal prep option)
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 x 28 oz can quality crushed tomatoes (San Marzano offers superior sweetness)
- 0.5 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp dried basil
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup beef or vegetable broth (or water if that’s all you have)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lbs ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains and it’s nicely browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess fat for a healthier sauce.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 chopped onion and 3 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened and fragrant (3-5 minutes), stirring occasionally until they appear translucent.
- Build the Sauce: Stir in a 28 oz can crushed tomatoes, 0.5 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (drained), 1 tsp dried oregano, 0.5 tsp dried basil, 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional), and 0.5 cup beef broth. If it looks too thick, splash in 1-2 Tbsp more broth to reach your desired consistency.
- Simmer and Savor: Bring the meat sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 20 minutes (or up to an hour for deeper flavor), stirring occasionally until thickened and flavors meld. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For deeper flavor, simmer up to an hour. Consider premium meats or San Marzano tomatoes, and fresh herbs (basil/parsley) for serving. Adaptable for Keto/Low-Carb (zucchini noodles), Paleo (sweet potato noodles), or Vegan (lentils/plant-based crumble) diets. Add spinach in the last 5 minutes for an easy dinner, or a spoonful of cream cheese for creamy flavor, or a lemon squeeze for brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 g)
- Calories: 320 calories
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg