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Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
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This homemade spaghetti sauce recipe delivers a rich, robust, and irresistibly flavorful tomato sauce made from classic ingredients. It combines fresh garlic, quality canned tomatoes, and Italian herbs to create a vibrant sauce ready in about 30 minutes, perfect for quick weeknight meals or special dinners. Versatile and customizable, it suits vegetarian, vegan, and meat-lover preferences while elevating any pasta dish with authentic Italian goodness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 28 oz high-quality canned whole peeled or crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Sauté Aromatics – Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
  2. Step 2: Add Tomatoes – Pour in the canned tomatoes, breaking them up gently with a wooden spoon if using whole peeled tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to blend the flavors and balance the acidity.
  3. Step 3: Season and Simmer – Add Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together beautifully.
  4. Step 4: Final Touches – Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. For a smoother texture, blend lightly with an immersion blender or leave it chunky for a rustic feel. Add fresh basil leaves just before serving for extra aroma and color.

Notes

  • Use quality tomatoes like San Marzano for the richest flavor.
  • Simmer sauce slowly to allow full flavor development.
  • Adjust thickness by adding pasta water if too thick or simmering longer if too thin.
  • A pinch of sugar can balance acidity if needed, but avoid over-sweetening.
  • Use dried herbs early for infused flavor and fresh herbs near the end for brightness.

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