Homemade Fresh Tomato Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
If you are looking for a delicious and easy spaghetti sauce recipe, look no further than this homemade fresh tomato spaghetti sauce recipe. Made with ripe, juicy tomatoes and a few simple ingredients, this sauce is bursting with flavor and can be made in just a few easy steps.
Ingredients:
- 8-10 ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Start by washing and chopping the tomatoes into small pieces.
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the saucepan. Stir the mixture and bring it to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- Use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a blender to blend it until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Return the sauce to the saucepan and heat it over low heat until it is warmed through.
- Serve the homemade fresh tomato spaghetti sauce over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
This homemade fresh tomato spaghetti sauce recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The sauce can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to three months. When you are ready to use it, simply thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and reheat it on the stove.
This sauce is also versatile and can be used in a variety of different dishes. Try it on homemade pizza, as a dipping sauce for garlic bread, or as a sauce for grilled chicken or fish.
So next time you are in the mood for a delicious and easy homemade spaghetti sauce, give this fresh tomato sauce recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
