Italian Meat Sauce

By AzWench

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean ground beef
• 1 onion, peeled and chopped #2 blade
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 28 ounce can plum tomatoes, diced
• 1 12 ounce can tomato sauce
• 3 tablespoons Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons sugar

Details

Adapted from healthcraft.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat 6-quart Stockpot over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle a few drops of water in the pan. If the water droplets dance, the pan is ready. If the water evaporates, the pan is not hot enough. Place the ground beef in the hot, dry pan, which will be about 400°F (200°C). Cover the pan, and open the vent and dry sauté until cooked, about 10 minutes, stir occasionally. Drain fat drippings.

Add onion and garlic to meat, and continue to sauté, stirring often. Add all other ingredients, reduce to low-heat, and simmer 15-20 minutes.