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Easy To Make Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Spaghetti is a classic dish that everyone loves, and a good spaghetti sauce is the heart of the dish. Making spaghetti sauce from scratch is easy and it tastes better than store-bought sauce. In this article, we will provide you with an easy-to-make spaghetti sauce recipe that you can use to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

Before we start, let's take a look at the ingredients that we will be using:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

These ingredients are easy to find in any grocery store, and they are also affordable.

Spaghetti Sauce Ingredients

Instructions

Now that we have our ingredients ready, let's start making our spaghetti sauce:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
    2. Onion And Garlic
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pot. Stir well to combine.
    3. Tomatoes And Spices
  3. Bring the sauce to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    4. Simmering Sauce
  4. Add the sugar to the sauce and stir well to combine. Let the sauce cook for an additional 5 minutes.
    5. Sugar In Sauce
  5. Remove the pot from the heat and let the sauce cool for a few minutes.
    6. Cooling Sauce
  6. Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it is smooth. If you don't have an immersion blender, you can transfer the sauce to a blender and blend it on high speed until it is smooth.
    7. Blending Sauce
  7. Your spaghetti sauce is ready! You can serve it immediately or let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
    8. Spaghetti Sauce In Container

Tips

Here are some tips to help you make the best spaghetti sauce:

  • If you like a chunky sauce, you can leave out the blending step and keep the sauce as is.
  • You can add ground beef or Italian sausage to the sauce if you like a meaty sauce.
  • If the sauce is too thick for your liking, you can add a little bit of water to thin it out.
  • You can use fresh herbs instead of dried herbs if you have them on hand.

Conclusion

Making spaghetti sauce from scratch is easy and it tastes better than store-bought sauce. This recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to impress their family and friends with a delicious homemade spaghetti sauce. Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices to make the sauce your own. Enjoy!

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