Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
This classic Italian-style tomato sauce is rich, hearty, and full of flavor. Perfect for pairing with any pasta, it brings together tomatoes, herbs, and a hint of garlic for a comforting, homemade dish.
Want This Recipe Later?
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing onions and garlic
- 1 onion finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for added heat
- fresh basil leaves for garnish
- grated parmesan cheese optional, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
- Lower heat and simmer the sauce uncovered for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasonings to taste, and add more sugar if needed to balance acidity.
- Serve the sauce over cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese as desired.
Notes
This homemade sauce is versatile and perfect with pasta, lasagna, or as a pizza base. Adjust spices and herbs according to your taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupsCalories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 12.8gProtein: 2.8gFat: 5.2gSaturated Fat: 0.9gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 350mgFiber: 2.7gSugar: 7g