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Big-Batch Beef Sauce




Source of Recipe


"Quick Cooking"






Recipe Introduction


This sauce can be frozen and used in several types of dishes. "Speedy Spaghetti", Time-Saving Tacos", and
"Lasagnas"





List of Ingredients



• 4 pounds ground beef
  
• 4 medium onions, chopped
  
• 5 celery ribs, thinly sliced
  
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 3 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
  
• 2 jars (4 1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms or use fresh
  
• 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
  
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  
• 1 tbsp salt
  
• 2 tsp dried oregano
  
• 2 tsp dried basil
  
• 1tsp pepper
  
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  






Instructions



1. In a dutch oven over medium high heat, cook beef, onions, celery, and garlic until meat is no longer pink
   and vegetables anre tender; drain.
   
2. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
   
3. Stir occasionally. Cool. Transfer to freezer bags or containers, about 2 cups each.
   
4. May be frozen for up to 3 months.
   
5. Yields about 15 cups total
   






Final Comments


Set out before work and presto dinner in just a few moments.