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Making And Canning Spaghetti Sauce From Fresh Tomatoes

Are you tired of store-bought spaghetti sauce that tastes like it's been sitting on the shelf for years? Why not try making your own spaghetti sauce using fresh tomatoes? Not only is it healthier, but it also tastes better and is more cost-effective in the long run. Plus, by canning your own sauce, you can enjoy it all year round. Here's how to make and can spaghetti sauce from fresh tomatoes.

Ingredients:

Before we get started, let's gather the ingredients we'll need:

  • 20 pounds of fresh tomatoes
  • 2 large onions
  • 6 cloves of garlic
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of salt
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon of dried thyme
  • 1/2 tablespoon of black pepper

Fresh Tomatoes

Instructions:

Now that we have our ingredients, let's get started:

  1. Wash and core the tomatoes. Cut them into quarters and set them aside in a large bowl.
  2. Peel and chop the onions and garlic. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until they are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the tomatoes to the pot and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer the mixture for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  4. Once the mixture has cooked down and thickened, remove it from the heat. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the sauce until it is smooth.
  5. Add the salt, sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, and black pepper to the sauce. Stir well to combine.
  6. If you plan on canning the sauce, you'll need to sterilize your jars, lids, and rings in boiling water for 10 minutes. Fill each jar with the hot sauce, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace at the top. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth and then place the lids and rings on top.
  7. Process the jars in a water bath canner for 35 minutes. Remove the jars from the canner and let them cool completely before storing them in a cool, dark place.

Canning Spaghetti Sauce

Tips:

Here are a few tips to help you make the best spaghetti sauce:

  • Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned tomatoes instead.
  • You can adjust the seasonings to suit your taste. Add more or less of each spice as desired.
  • If you're not a fan of chunky sauce, you can run the finished product through a food mill to remove any large pieces of tomato.
  • Be sure to follow proper canning procedures to ensure that your sauce is safe to eat.

Conclusion:

There you have it! Making and canning spaghetti sauce from fresh tomatoes is a great way to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal all year round. By following these simple steps, you can create a sauce that is full of flavor and free from preservatives. So why not give it a try?

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