Spaghetti Sauce from Scratch
Elevate your pasta night with this rich and flavorful Spaghetti Sauce from Scratch, a crowd-pleasing homemade recipe that’s bursting with the freshness of ripe tomatoes and fragrant herbs. Prepared with a blend of sautéed onions, garlic, and a medley of dried and fresh basil, this sauce simmers to perfection, developing a deep, robust taste in just 45 minutes. A touch of sugar balances the natural acidity of the tomatoes, while optional red pepper flakes add a gentle heat for spice lovers. Perfectly versatile, this easy tomato sauce pairs beautifully with spaghetti or your favorite pasta, and it’s a fantastic make-ahead option as it stays fresh in the fridge for up to five days. Whether you're mastering the art of homemade sauces or searching for a simple, wholesome recipe, this classic from-scratch spaghetti sauce is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 cups Fresh tomatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 cup Water (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the saucepan. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add water a few tablespoons at a time to reach your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Once the sauce is done simmering and the flavors have melded together, stir in the fresh chopped basil leaves.
Remove the saucepan from heat and serve the sauce over cooked spaghetti or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2438 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2976 mg | 63% | |
*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.
