Last Minute Spaghetti Sauce

Whip up a comforting, flavorful dinner in no time with this Last Minute Spaghetti Sauce! Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, and basil with the savory goodness of sautéed onions and garlic. A pinch of sugar balances the acidity, while optional red pepper flakes add a subtle kick. Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, this versatile sauce can be customized with fresh parsley and grated parmesan for an extra touch of freshness and indulgence. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a homemade meal that tastes like it simmered all day! Keywords: quick spaghetti sauce, easy homemade pasta sauce, 30-minute dinner, weeknight recipe, last-minute meal ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to incorporate all the spices.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or sugar to balance the flavor to your liking.

Step 8

Serve immediately over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1017.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	749.9

Total Fat 46.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 35.7mg	0%
Sodium 2162.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 867.0mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1977.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 29.8%