Jq Spaghetti Sauce
Discover the bold, homestyle flavors of Jq Spaghetti Sauce, a rich and hearty recipe designed to elevate your pasta night. This versatile sauce combines the savory depth of sautéed onions and garlic with the robust taste of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of Italian herbs like basil and oregano. Customize it with ground beef or Italian sausage for an extra layer of indulgence, or keep it vegetarian for a lighter option. A hint of sugar balances the acidity, while fresh parsley and basil added at the end create a fragrant, gourmet touch. Simmered to perfection in just under an hour, this sauce is easy to prepare, deeply flavorful, and perfect for pairing with spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Whether you're feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week, Jq Spaghetti Sauce is a must-have in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 500 grams ground beef or Italian sausage (optional)
- 800 grams crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup water or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 6 fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
If using ground beef or Italian sausage, add it to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water (or chicken broth) to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Stir in the dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Mix thoroughly.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a lid, leaving a slight crack for steam to escape.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the fresh parsley and torn basil leaves.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or sugar as necessary.
Serve the Jq Spaghetti Sauce hot over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Garnish with additional fresh basil or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.4 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.5 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 3777 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.9 g | ||
| Protein | 110.4 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 22.6 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 3894 mg | 83% | |
*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.
