【 MAMA'S SPAGHETTI WITH MEAT SAUCE

Try easy MAMA'S SPAGHETTI WITH MEAT SAUCE Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients!

INGREDIENTS

1 lb 95% lean ground beef 1 -2 garlic clove, minced 1 small onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 cup sliced mushrooms (or use 2 small cans sliced mushrooms, drained) 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomato sauce 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste 3 -4 tablespoons mixed Italian herbs 2 dried bay leaves salt fresh ground black pepper 1 pinch brown sugar (optional) 2 (12 ounce) packages dry pasta 1?2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

Brown beef in a saucepot or large, deep skillet over medium heat; drain. Add garlic and saute until just turning white. Add onion, celery, and mushrooms. Saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add tomatoes with juice and tomato sauce. Stir to combine. Add tomato paste and mix together. Stir in herbs and bay leaves. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add a pinch of brown sugar, if desired. Bring sauce to a simmer; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package instructions. Before serving, remove bay leaves and taste; adjust seasoning as desired. Serve over hot pasta, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

by: Halcyon Eve