Homemade Chunky Spaghetti Sauce Fresh Tomatoes
Spaghetti is a classic and beloved pasta dish, and it's often paired with a delicious tomato sauce. While there are many store-bought options available, nothing beats the taste of a homemade spaghetti sauce made with fresh tomatoes.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 10-12 fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 4-5 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make your own homemade chunky spaghetti sauce:
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan and stir well.
- Stir in the tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sauce has thickened and the tomatoes have broken down, remove from heat.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a blender to puree until desired consistency is achieved.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the perfect homemade chunky spaghetti sauce:
- Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes can be used as a substitute.
- If you prefer a smoother sauce, puree the sauce until it's completely smooth. If you like chunky sauce, leave it as is.
- Don't skip the tomato paste – it adds richness and depth to the sauce.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables or herbs to the sauce, such as bell peppers or rosemary.
- If you have leftovers, the sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for up to three months.
With this easy homemade chunky spaghetti sauce recipe, you'll never go back to store-bought sauce again. Give it a try and impress your family and friends with your delicious cooking skills!