Easy Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Recipe (with Video)

Preparation of Ground Beef
1. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spoon.
3. Drain any excess fat.
Adding Onion and Garlic
1. Add the diced onion to the pan with the beef and cook until soft and translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about a minute until fragrant.
Creating the Sauce Base
1. Stir in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and fire-roasted crushed tomatoes, mixing well to create a rich sauce base.
Adding Seasonings and Simmering
1. Add the sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, Better Than Bouillon, and chopped parsley.
2. Pour in the water and mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
3. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
4. Cover and let it cook for 1 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it cooks, the more developed and rich the flavors will become.
Tasting and Serving
1. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, then serve it hot over your favorite pasta.