Sensational Spaghetti Sauce

Transform your pasta nights with this Sensational Spaghetti Sauce, a rich and flavorful recipe perfect for homemade Italian cuisine lovers. This hearty sauce starts with sautéed yellow onion and garlic in olive oil, creating an aromatic base. Choose to keep it vegetarian or add ground beef for a hearty meat sauce. A symphony of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme infuses the sauce with robust flavor, while a pinch of red pepper flakes adds subtle heat. Simmered to perfection, this versatile spaghetti sauce is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness. Serve it generously over al dente spaghetti, topped with freshly grated parmesan for the ultimate comfort food experience. Quick to prepare yet deeply satisfying, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a homemade classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (optional, for meat sauce)
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 6 ounces tomato paste
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

If using ground beef, add it now and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Add the granulated sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Just before serving, stir in the fresh chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.

Step 10

Serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta, and top with grated parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1833.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1801.9

Total Fat 123.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 365.9mg	0%
Sodium 2962.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 52.9g
Protein 95.6g	0%

Vitamin D 33.8IU	0%
Calcium 404.6mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 4928.7mg	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: 59.9%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 19.4%