Tomato sauce with a little extra à la dieJule

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• 500 g minced meat, or meat sausage or bratwurst
• 1 large onion(s)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups of tomatoes, pureed
• 1 large bell pepper(s)
• Salt
• 1 pinch(s) of cayenne pepper, or sambal oelek
• 1 pinch of cinnamon
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp vegetable broth

Instructions

Working time approx. 10 minutes; Cooking/baking time approx. 20 minutes; Total time approx. 30 minutes

a quick sauce with a kick that is always a hit with us

Season the minced meat with salt and pepper and fry with the finely chopped onions and garlic. Dice the bell peppers and add them, frying for about 3 minutes. Add the pureed tomatoes and season with salt and sambal oelek or cayenne pepper, sugar, and vegetable stock. Let it simmer for a few minutes. Depending on the consistency, add a little water, or thicken with flour and water. Finally, season with a pinch of cinnamon for an extra kick. Serve with pasta of your choice and Parmesan cheese. We make this tomato sauce when you’re in a hurry. It’s easy to adapt depending on what you have in the house. You can leave out the bell peppers or add other vegetables (tomatoes, mushrooms). So far, it’s been a hit even with picky guests.