BIG BATCH BEEF SAUCE

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This is a batch of beef that can be frozen and used in Time-Saving Tacos, Speedy spaghetti, and Oven-Ready Lasagna. The recipes are from frezzer pleasers in Quick Cooking Collector's Edition.

Provided by adena mangis

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 15 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 lbs ground beef
4 medium onions, chopped
5 celery ribs, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (4 1/2 ounce) jars sliced mushrooms, drained
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat cook beef, onions, celery, and garlic until meat isn't pink and vegetables are tender; drain.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer uncoveredfor 1-1 1/2 hours stirring occasionally.
  • Cool and transfer to freezer bags or containers, about 2 cups in each.
  • May be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.2, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 82.2, Sodium 746.7, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 8.8, Protein 25.9

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