Yet Another Spaghetti Sauce
Elevate your pasta nights with "Yet Another Spaghetti Sauce," a richly layered, homemade tomato sauce that’s anything but ordinary. This hearty recipe combines classic Italian flavors with a twist, featuring a savory blend of olive oil-sautéed aromatics, a touch of red wine for depth, and a balance of dried herbs and a hint of sugar to enhance the natural sweetness of ripe, crushed tomatoes. The addition of finely diced carrot and celery adds subtle, earthy undertones, while fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese bring a vibrant finish. Ready in just an hour, this easy spaghetti sauce is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a make-ahead freezer staple. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Keywords: homemade spaghetti sauce, classic Italian, rich tomato sauce, pasta night recipes, easy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 stalk celery stalk, finely diced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Stir well, reduce the heat to low, and cover with a lid. Let the sauce simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree it to your desired consistency.
Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.
Serve hot over spaghetti, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 362 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 538 mg | 11% | |
*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.
