Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
This Homemade Spaghetti Sauce is a vibrant, herb-infused tomato sauce perfect for topping your favorite pasta, dunking garlic bread, or simmering with meatballs. Ready in under an hour and freezer-friendly for stress-free dinners!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes San Marzano or favorite brand
- 1 6-oz can tomato paste
- 1 tsp granulated sugar optional, balances acidity
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional for heat
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat, then add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking just until fragrant—30 to 45 seconds to avoid bitterness.
- Whisk in tomato paste and let it sizzle for 1–2 minutes, which deepens the sauce’s color and flavor.
- Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, sugar, and season with salt and pepper, stirring until fully combined.
- Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and let the sauce bubble gently for 30–40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor.
- Taste and tweak salt, sugar, or pepper as needed; blend with an immersion blender if you prefer a smoother texture.
Notes
For extra depth, simmer an extra 10 minutes or stir in a splash of red wine after adding tomatoes. Leftovers freeze beautifully.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal
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