Mushroom Meat Sauce is a hearty and robust option for anyone seeking a rich, flavor-packed pasta sauce. This sauce combines the earthy tones of crimini mushrooms with additional protein from the lean ground beef, simmered together with herbs and a touch of wine, creating a versatile sauce that’s comforting and satisfying. Ideal for a family dinner, this sauce is easy to prepare and can be made in advance.
Spaghetti with Mushroom Meat Sauce
Homemade spaghetti sauce is one of my favorite meals to make, and incorporating mushrooms into the mix is a great way to add more umami into the pot!
It integrates finely diced and sliced crimini mushrooms with lean ground beef, creating a textured and flavorful sauce. This sauce is simmered for about an hour, allowing the flavors to develop fully. Due to its straightforward preparation and ability to please a crowd, it’s a perfect addition to your weeknight dinner rotation, or for making an appearing on a Sunday for a big family gathering.
Why you’ll love it!
- Flavor Depth: The combination of mushrooms and beef with herbs and wine creates a complex, rich taste.
- Versatility: This sauce can be served over pasta, used as a filling for lasagna, or as a topping for baked potatoes.
- Easy to Make: Simple preparation steps and common ingredients make this an accessible recipe for any night.
- Kid-Friendly: Even the little ones will enjoy the mild flavors and smooth texture, making it a family favorite.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare this sauce in advance as it only gets better with time.
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Mushroom Meat Sauce shopping list
Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Crimini Mushrooms
- Onions
- Lean Ground Beef
- Dried Basil
- Dried Oregano
- Salt
- Pepper
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Minced Garlic
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Tomato Paste
- Tomato Sauce
- Water
- Beef Better Than Bouillon
- Sugar
Serve with our Traeger Garlic Bread!
How To Make Mushroom Meat Sauce
Here’s the overview on the process for making this recipe. When you’re actually cooking, make sure to use the recipe card at the bottom of the post!
- Prepare the Base: Cook ground beef, onions, and mushrooms in a sauté pan with salt, pepper, and dried herbs until the beef is browned.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in olive oil and garlic; cook until fragrant. Pour in wine and allow to reduce slightly.
- Incorporate Tomatoes: Add tomato paste, tomato sauce, water, bouillon, and sugar, mixing well.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 hours.
- Final Seasoning: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving.
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More Delicious Pasta Recipes!
- Easy Shrimp Scampi Pasta
- Chicken and Zucchini Pasta Bake
- Blackened Shrimp Pasta
- Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Pasta
- Baked Tortellini Recipe
Mushroom Meat Sauce
This sauce is packed full of mushroom and meat. Even my kids love this awesome sauce!
Ingredients
- 3 cups diced crimini mushrooms
- 2 cups sliced crimini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 cup cabernet sauvignon
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste
- 1 28 oz can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon Beef Better Than Bouillon
- 2 teaspoons sugar
Instructions
- Place the ground beef, onions, and mushrooms in a large non-stick saute pan. Season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Cook over medium-high heat until the beef is fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add olive oil to pan along with the garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add the wine, stir, and cook for 2-3 minutes until most of the excess liquid has cooked off.
- Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, and better than bouillon, and sugar. Stir to mix everything in well.
- Let simmer over low heat for 1-2 hours.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 204Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 742mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 9gProtein: 12g
Nutrition data provided here is only an estimate. If you are tracking these things for medical purposes please consult an outside, trusted source. Thanks!
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