Quick and Easy Spaghetti Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this flavorful and fuss-free Quick and Easy Spaghetti Sauce! Made with pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and aromatic herbs, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners. A sauté of finely chopped onions and garlic creates a rich base, while a hint of red pepper flakes and a teaspoon of sugar perfectly balance the tangy and savory flavors. Simmered to perfection, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with spaghetti or your favorite pasta, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds the perfect finishing touch. With its simplicity and bold flavors, this homemade spaghetti sauce guarantees to be your new go-to for family dinners or last-minute meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and mix in the tomato paste until fully combined.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add additional salt or pepper to taste.
Remove the sauce from heat. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1277 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2287 mg | 49% | |
*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.
