Southern-Style Meat Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Ground meat (such as pork or chicken): 500 grams
2. Tomatoes: 2 medium, chopped
3. Red bell peppers: 2, chopped
4. Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
5. Onion: 1 medium, chopped
6. Ketchup: 1/2 cup
7. Brown sugar: 3 tablespoons
8. Salt and pepper: to taste
9. Cooking oil: 2 tablespoons

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large saucepan, heat the cooking oil and add the ground meat. Brown the meat until no longer red.
2. Add the garlic and onion and continue cooking until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the chopped tomatoes and red bell peppers.
4. Add the ketchup and brown sugar. Mix well and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot over rice or pasta.

Nutritional Information: (Based on average values; varies depending on specific ingredients used)

• Calories: Approximately 400 calories per serving (assuming a generous 1/4 cup serving size)
• Fat: 22 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams
• Protein: 28 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful, with a sweet and spicy balance.
• The sauce is thick and hearty, making it a great pairing with both rice and pasta.
• Easily adaptable to different meat types and tastes.

User Comments:

1. "This sauce was amazing! The perfect balance of flavors, not too spicy but with a nice kick." - John Doe
2. "I made this for my family and they loved it. The meat sauce was so flavorful and the sauce was delicious over pasta." - Jane Smith
3. "I've been looking for a good southern-style meat sauce recipe, and this one definitely hit the spot." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to cook the ground meat until no longer red to ensure proper cooking and food safety.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste, as everyone's preference for salt and pepper may vary.
• If you want to add more heat, consider adding a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a chili pepper towards the end of cooking.