CAROL GOODEN’S SPAGHETTI SAUCE

This is my husband's Mom’s recipe.  It is his favorite meal and he always requested it for his birthday dinner.

Carol Gooden’s Spaghetti Sauce

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs of Hamburger (85% lean)

• 2 tsp Dried Oregano

• 1 small Yellow Onion, finely chopped

• 2 Tbsp Dried Basil

• 2 Cloves garlic, minced

• 1 Tsp Dried Rosemary 

• 2 - 28 oz cans Whole Tomatoes with Juice

• 2 - 6 oz cans Tomato Paste

• 2 Tsp Salt

• 1 Tsp Black Pepper or to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, brown the hamburger, onion, oregano, basil and rosemary.

2. Once the meat is brown add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds.

3. Add in the paste and mix.

4. Add whole tomatoes with juices and salt & pepper.

5. A very low simmer for 2 hours minimum.  Longer is better 4-6 hours, stirring every 20 minutes.

6. Add additional salt and pepper to taste.

7. Serve with your favorite pasta or for a low carb option, serve with zucchini noodles.