This Homemade Meat Sauce is made with ground beef, Italian sausage, onion, garlic, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. It costs just $3.20 per serving and is a family favorite for pasta night.
Brown the ground beef, Italian sausage, and onion in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until the meat is fully cooked and the onion is tender.
Drain any excess grease. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, bay leaves, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, pepper, and beef broth.
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove and discard the bay leaves before serving.
Serve the meat sauce over your favorite pasta and enjoy.