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Homemade spaghetti sauce served over pasta

Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

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Discover the ultimate Spaghetti Sauce Recipe that’s rich, flavorful, and easy to make! 🍅 Perfect for pasta lovers! 🍝
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 minute
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet For sautĂ©ing the ingredients.

Ingredients
  

Fresh Ingredients

  • 4 cups Diced Fresh Tomatoes Or 2 cans of crushed tomatoes.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.

Herbs and Spices

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautĂ©ing.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil For seasoning.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 medium Carrot Grated.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar To balance acidity.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
  • splash Vegetable Broth To adjust consistency.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by gathering all your ingredients. You will need fresh tomatoes (or canned), garlic, onions, olive oil, basil, oregano, bell peppers, and carrots. Having everything ready makes the cooking process smoother.

Sautéing Aromatics

  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. SautĂ© them for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onions become translucent and fragrant.

Adding Vegetables

  • Incorporate 1 diced bell pepper and 1 grated carrot into the skillet. Stir them in and cook for another 5 minutes.

Incorporating Tomatoes

  • Add 4 cups of diced fresh tomatoes (or 2 cans of crushed tomatoes) to the skillet. Stir everything together.

Seasoning the Sauce

  • Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. If the sauce is too acidic, add a teaspoon of sugar. Stir well to combine.

Simmering

  • Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for at least 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Adjusting Consistency

  • If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of vegetable broth or water. If it’s too thin, let it simmer longer.

Final Taste Adjustment

  • Taste your sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. This is your chance to make it just right!

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Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Calories Fat Protein Carbs
150 7g 3g 20g
Keyword homemade sauce, pasta sauce, spaghetti sauce