HJ's semi-homemade Pasta Sauce

680.4 gram jar Ragu 7-Herb Tomato Pasta Sauce, 680.4 gram(s) (remove)
Onions, raw, 1 large (remove)
680.4 oz jar Parmesan & Romano Ragu Pasta Sauce, 680.4 gram(s) (remove)
14.5 oz can Hunt's Diced Tomatoes Rosemary & Oregano, 14.5 oz (remove)
14.5 oz can Hunt's Petite Diced Tomatoes, 14.5 oz (remove)
*Fresh Garlic (1 clove = 3g), 15 gram(s) (remove)
*mixed herbs (dried), 3 tsp (remove)
*90/10 Hamburger Meat, 32 oz (remove)
28 oz can Red Gold Diced Tomatoes, 28 oz (remove)
*Bertolli EVOO (1 tbsp), 1 serving (remove)

I make this large pot, use it for dinner and 1 left over meal, then freeze the remaining in 2 separate containers for later meals.

brown hamburger in large dutch oven, in separate skillet saute olive oil, onions, garlic and fresh herbs (cilantro, basil, oregano, etc). when hamburger is browned, drain and slightly rinse to remove excess grease and return to dutch oven. add onion mixture to dutch oven and then empty all jars and cans of tomatoes and pre-made sauce into dutch oven. stir, add add't seasoning to your liking (salt, pepper, 3-4 bay leaves, Italian seasoning, etc.) turn to low and simmer for 1 1/2 hrs stirring every 15-20 minutes. Serve over choice of pasta or layer it to make lasagna.

Serving Size: 36 - 3/4 c servings - can be frozen for later use

Number of Servings: 36

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user HEATHERJUNE1225.