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Tomato Spaghetti Sauce With Fresh Tomatoes

There's nothing quite like a homemade spaghetti sauce made with fresh tomatoes. Not only is it healthier and more flavorful than store-bought varieties, but it's also surprisingly easy to make. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps of making a delicious tomato spaghetti sauce with fresh tomatoes.

Ingredients

Before we get started, let's take a look at the list of ingredients you'll need:

  • 8-10 fresh tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)

Ingredients For Tomato Spaghetti Sauce

Instructions

Now that we have all of our ingredients, let's get started on making our tomato spaghetti sauce:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.

    2. Sauteed Onion And Garlic

  2. Add the chopped tomatoes, salt, oregano, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.

    3. Chopped Tomatoes With Spices

  3. Cover the pot and simmer the sauce for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce looks too thick, you can add a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

    4. Simmering Tomato Sauce

  4. If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a tablespoon of tomato paste and stir until it's fully incorporated.

    5. Tomato Paste

  5. Once the sauce has finished simmering, remove it from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

    6. Cooling Tomato Sauce

  6. Use an immersion blender or transfer the sauce to a blender and blend until smooth.

    7. Blending Tomato Sauce

  7. Return the sauce to the pot and heat it over low heat until it's warmed through.

    8. Heating Tomato Sauce

Serving Suggestions

Now that our tomato spaghetti sauce is ready, it's time to enjoy it! Here are a few serving suggestions:

  • Toss the sauce with your favorite pasta for a classic spaghetti dish.

    • Spaghetti With Tomato Sauce

  • Use it as a pizza sauce for a delicious homemade pizza.

    • Pizza With Tomato Sauce

  • Drizzle it over roasted vegetables for a healthy side dish.

    • Roasted Vegetables With Tomato Sauce

Conclusion

Making tomato spaghetti sauce with fresh tomatoes is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a classic Italian dish. With just a few ingredients and some easy steps, you can have a healthy and flavorful sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. So next time you're craving spaghetti, skip the store-bought sauce and try making your own!

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