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Easy Homemade Spaghetti Sauce


  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Rich, cozy, and incredibly simple to make, this easy homemade spaghetti sauce brings that slow-simmered Italian flavor right to your kitchen. Made with pantry staples and bursting with garlicky tomato goodness, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll come back to over and over again. Whether you’re serving it with pasta, layering it in lasagna, or freezing for later, it’s a comforting classic that never fails to satisfy.


Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
  • Fresh basil (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)


Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
  • Add sugar, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir well.
  • Crush the tomatoes by hand and add to the pan (including juices).
  • Bring to a gentle simmer and reduce heat. Simmer for 30–45 minutes.
  • Stir occasionally, breaking down tomatoes with a spoon as needed.
  • Just before serving, add chopped basil and red pepper flakes if using.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

  • For a smoother sauce, blend before serving.
  • Add a Parmesan rind during simmering for extra depth.
  • Double the recipe and freeze half for later.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop Simmer
  • Cuisine: Italian-American