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Sicilian Spaghetti Sauce From Scratch Recipe

Spaghetti is a classic Italian dish that is loved by people all over the world. And what makes it even better is a delicious, homemade sauce. Out of all the spaghetti sauces, the Sicilian spaghetti sauce is one of the most popular in the United States. It is a tomato-based sauce that is rich in flavor and easy to make from scratch. In this article, we will share with you a step-by-step recipe for making Sicilian spaghetti sauce from scratch.

Ingredients

Spices And Vegetables
  • 2 cans of peeled whole tomatoes (28 oz each)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon of dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup of red wine
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley

All of these ingredients are easily available in your local grocery store.

Instructions

Cooking Pasta
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil.
  2. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, finely chopped green and red bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the peeled whole tomatoes to the pot and crush them with a wooden spoon.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the pot.
  5. Stir the sauce and bring it to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 45 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
  6. After 45 minutes, add 1/4 cup of red wine and 1 tablespoon of sugar to the pot.
  7. Stir the sauce and let it simmer uncovered for another 15 minutes.
  8. Turn off the heat and add 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley to the sauce.
  9. Stir the sauce and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Your Sicilian spaghetti sauce from scratch is now ready to serve.

Tips

Spices And Garlic

Here are some tips that can help you make the perfect Sicilian spaghetti sauce:

  • If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend the sauce with a hand blender after it has cooled down.
  • If you like your sauce spicy, you can add more red pepper flakes.
  • If you like your sauce sweeter, you can add more sugar.
  • If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley.
  • Make sure to cook your spaghetti al dente, which means it should be firm to the bite.
  • When serving, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top of the sauce.

Conclusion

Making Sicilian spaghetti sauce from scratch is not only easy but also fun. You can make it in large quantities and store it in the freezer for later use. This sauce can be used not only for spaghetti but also for other pasta dishes like lasagna and baked ziti. So, go ahead and try this recipe, and we are sure you will love it.

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