Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Recipe To Freeze
If you are a pasta lover, you know that nothing beats a homemade spaghetti sauce recipe. It's fresh, flavorful, and can be customized to your liking. Plus, it's a great way to use up those garden tomatoes that are in abundance during the summer months. But what if you want to make a big batch and freeze it for later? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here's a delicious homemade spaghetti sauce recipe that you can freeze and enjoy for months to come.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the lid and let the sauce simmer for another 30 minutes, or until it reaches your desired thickness.
- Let the sauce cool completely.
- Once the sauce is cool, transfer it to freezer-safe containers or resealable plastic bags.
- Label the containers or bags with the date and contents.
- Store the sauce in the freezer for up to 6 months.
When you're ready to use the sauce, simply thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Then, heat it up in a pot on the stove or in the microwave. Serve it over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Tips
- If you prefer a chunky sauce, you can add diced tomatoes or chopped vegetables like bell peppers and mushrooms.
- If you want to make a meat sauce, you can add cooked ground beef, sausage, or meatballs.
- If you don't have fresh garlic, you can use garlic powder instead.
- If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs. Just remember that dried herbs are more concentrated than fresh herbs, so you'll need to use less.
- If you want a sweeter sauce, you can add more sugar. If you want a tangier sauce, you can add a splash of red wine vinegar.
With this homemade spaghetti sauce recipe, you can have delicious pasta dinners any night of the week. And with the ability to freeze it, you can have homemade spaghetti sauce whenever you want, without all the work.
