Gather all ingredients.
Cook sausage, beef, onion, and garlic in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until browned; drain fat.
Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and water.
Mix in sugar, basil, Italian seasoning, fennel seed, salt, and pepper.
Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, about 1 ½ hours.
Serve with your favorite pasta and enjoy!
