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Ma Susu’s Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
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Instructions
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Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onion, garlic and bell pepper and sauté for 5 minutes.
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Add the ground turkey, and use a spoon to break into small pieces. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add the can of tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, water, salt and pepper. Stir and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 20-30 minutes until sauce is thickened.
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Toss with cooked spaghetti noodles or pasts of choice. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Build Depth with Tomato Paste 🍅Toast the tomato paste in olive oil for 2-3 minutes before adding other ingredients to deepen its umami flavor and reduce any metallic taste from the can.
- Brown Turkey Properly for Rich Flavor 🍖Don't stir the ground turkey immediately after adding to the pan; let it sit for 3-4 minutes to develop a flavorful brown crust before breaking it up.
- Caramelize Aromatics First ✨Cook the onions and bell peppers separately until they develop golden edges and sweetness before combining with the meat—this creates a more complex, layered sauce.
- Simmer Low and Long 🔥Maintain a gentle simmer for 30-45 minutes rather than a rolling boil to allow flavors to meld and concentrate without breaking down the tomatoes into mush.
- Finish with Fresh Garlic 🧄Reserve some minced raw garlic to stir in during the last minute of cooking for bright, aromatic notes that cut through the richness of the sauce.
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High Protein
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