"I prepare this beef mixture on weekends when I have a little more time," relates Debbie Hodge of Kitscoty, Alberta. "Having it in the freezer is a real time-saver during the week and a great way to serve unexpected guests." She uses the versatile sauce to get a head start on casseroles, stews and several swift suppers she shares here.
Big-Batch Beef Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 pounds ground beef
- 4 medium onions, chopped
- 5 celery ribs, thinly sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
- 2 jars (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained, optional
- 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
Directions
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook beef, onions, celery and garlic until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Cool.
- Transfer to freezer bags or containers, about 2 cups in each. May be frozen for up to 3 months.
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