Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce For Canning
There's nothing quite like the taste of homemade spaghetti sauce, and with fresh tomatoes from your garden, you can create a delicious and nutritious sauce that will rival any store-bought option. Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it can also be canned for future use, so you can enjoy the taste of summer all year long. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide to making fresh tomato spaghetti sauce for canning.
Ingredients
Before you begin, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients:
- 20 pounds of fresh tomatoes
- 2 large onions, diced
- 1 head of garlic, peeled and minced
- 1/2 cup of olive oil
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 2 teaspoons of black pepper
- 2 teaspoons of dried basil
- 2 teaspoons of dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons of dried thyme
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of red wine vinegar
Instructions
1. Begin by washing your tomatoes and removing any stems or blemishes. Cut them into quarters and place them in a large pot.
2. Add the diced onions, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, basil, oregano, and thyme to the pot.
3. Cook the mixture over medium heat until the tomatoes have broken down and the onions are translucent, stirring occasionally. This should take about 45 minutes to an hour.
4. Once the mixture has cooked down, remove it from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
5. Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Return the mixture to the pot and add the sugar and red wine vinegar. Cook over low heat for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. While the sauce is cooking, prepare your canning jars and lids according to the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Once the sauce has finished cooking, ladle it into the prepared jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
9. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth and seal with the lids and rings.
10. Process the jars in a hot water bath for 35 minutes.
11. Once the jars have cooled, check the seals to ensure they are tight. Any jars with loose seals should be refrigerated and used within a few days.
Conclusion
With this recipe, you can create a delicious and nutritious spaghetti sauce that will impress any dinner guest. The best part is, you can make it in large batches and can it for future use, so you'll always have fresh and flavorful sauce on hand. Remember to follow proper canning procedures to ensure your sauce stays safe to eat. Enjoy!
