Spaghetti Sauce Recipe For Canning Fresh Tomatoes
Have you ever tasted homemade spaghetti sauce made from fresh tomatoes? The taste is simply unforgettable. The good news is that you can preserve this delicious sauce by canning it, so that you can have it all-year-round. In this article, we will take you through a step-by-step guide on how to make spaghetti sauce for canning fresh tomatoes.
Ingredients
Before we get started, let's go through the ingredients you will need to make this delicious spaghetti sauce.
- 30-40 fresh tomatoes
- 1 large onion
- 2 green bell peppers
- 1 red bell pepper
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
Instructions
Preparing the Tomatoes
The first step is to prepare the tomatoes. Start by washing the tomatoes and removing the stems. Then, cut the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds. Once you have removed the seeds, chop the tomatoes into small pieces.
Preparing the Vegetables
Chop the onion, bell peppers and garlic into small pieces. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
Cooking the Sauce
Once the vegetables are cooked, add the chopped tomatoes to the pot. Add the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, granulated sugar, and tomato paste. Stir the mixture well and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Canning the Sauce
Once the sauce is ready, it's time to can it. Sterilize the canning jars and lids by boiling them in water for 10 minutes. Fill the jars with the hot spaghetti sauce, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth and place the lids on top. Tighten the bands, but not too tight.
Place the filled jars in a canner and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil and let the jars process for 35 minutes. Once the processing time is up, turn off the heat and let the jars sit in the canner for 5 minutes. Remove the jars from the canner and let them cool on a wire rack.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to make spaghetti sauce for canning fresh tomatoes, you can enjoy this delicious sauce all-year-round. It's perfect for pasta dishes, pizza, and more. Just make sure to follow the instructions carefully to ensure the safety and quality of your canned spaghetti sauce.
