Preparation Stage: Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and onion and sauté until they are aromatic and tender.

The Meaty Heart: Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until it’s no longer pink, ensuring it’s fully browned for the richest flavor.

Tomato Base: Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, blending them well with the meat mixture. This forms the sauce’s base, rich in tomato goodness.

Herb Infusion: Add the chopped basil, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to the pot. This is where the sauce starts to develop its signature flavor profile.

The Secret Ingredient: Here’s where you add that tablespoon of brown sugar. It’s our secret touch that makes Jim’s Spaghetti Sauce uniquely delicious.

Simmer To Perfection: Reduce the heat to low and let your sauce simmer, uncovered, for at least 1 hour. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors meld together, creating a deeper, more complex sauce.

Final Adjustments: Taste your sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Sometimes a little extra salt or a pinch more sugar can make all the difference.