Turn Tomato Sauce Into Spaghetti Sauce
Spaghetti sauce is a staple in many households. It's versatile, flavorful, and easy to prepare. However, there are times when you may not have spaghetti sauce on hand, but you have tomato sauce. Fortunately, you can easily turn tomato sauce into spaghetti sauce with a few ingredients and some simple steps.
What You Need
To turn tomato sauce into spaghetti sauce, you will need:
- 1 can of tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon of sugar (optional)
Instructions
Here are the steps to turn tomato sauce into spaghetti sauce:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add the can of tomato sauce and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
- Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too acidic, add a teaspoon of sugar to balance it out.
- Serve the spaghetti sauce over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Variations
There are many ways to customize this spaghetti sauce recipe:
- Add ground beef, turkey, or sausage for a meaty sauce.
- Add chopped vegetables, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini, for a vegetarian sauce.
- Use crushed tomatoes or tomato puree instead of tomato sauce for a chunkier sauce.
- Add a splash of red wine for extra flavor.
Conclusion
As you can see, turning tomato sauce into spaghetti sauce is easy and requires only a few additional ingredients. With this recipe, you can enjoy a delicious spaghetti sauce anytime, even if you don't have spaghetti sauce on hand. Try it today and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills!
