Semi Homade Spaghetti Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this rich and flavorful Semi Homemade Spaghetti Sauce that combines the ease of store-bought marinara with the depth of homemade goodness. In just 35 minutes, this recipe layers vibrant flavors with sautéed onions and garlic, crushed tomatoes, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Sweetened slightly with sugar and balanced with aromatic dried and fresh herbs, this sauce is the perfect harmony of savory and sweet. The addition of fresh parsley and basil at the end takes it over the top, making for a vibrant, restaurant-quality finish. Ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining, this versatile spaghetti sauce pairs beautifully with any pasta or can be used as a base for your favorite Italian dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 24 ounces store-bought marinara sauce
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 leaves fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the store-bought marinara sauce and add the crushed tomatoes, stirring to combine.
Mix in the tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to incorporate.
Add the granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and let the sauce cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh parsley and basil for a burst of fresh flavor.
Serve hot over your favorite pasta and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3858 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 3102 mg | 66% | |
*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.
