A flavorful and hearty spaghetti sauce recipe that will elevate your pasta dishes.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
Breaking up the meat into small pieces ensures even cooking and better texture.
Add the chopped onion, diced green pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
Stir frequently to prevent the garlic from burning, which can make it bitter.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Use a spoon or tilt the skillet to remove the fat carefully.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, brown sugar, oregano, salt, thyme, basil, and bay leaf.
Mix thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Add the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
Use a large pot to prevent the sauce from splattering as it boils.
Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Simmering allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken naturally.
During the last 5 minutes of simmering, stir in the lemon juice.
Adding lemon juice at the end brightens the flavor of the sauce.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Bay leaves are not edible, so ensure they are removed.
Serve the sauce over cooked pasta and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Pair with your favorite pasta shape for a delightful meal.
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