For an even smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree it at the end of cooking. If you don't have red wine on hand, you can substitute 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar. For a meatier sauce, brown 1 pound of ground beef or Italian sausage in the pot before adding the onions and garlic. Drain off any excess grease. This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME4 hrs
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TOTAL TIME4 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS220
A deeply flavorful, slow-simmered tomato sauce, reminiscent of classic Italian Sunday suppers. This sauce transforms simple ingredients into a rich, complex symphony of flavors that will elevate any pasta dish. The key is patience; the longer it simmers, the more the flavors meld and deepen.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate20 g
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Fiber6 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium659 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat2 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 7 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic. (1 minute)
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, water (or broth), Italian seasoning, dried basil, sugar, red wine, and red pepper flakes. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 6 hrs Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 3 hours, or up to 6 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will become. (180-360 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add salt and pepper to taste. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Serve hot over your favorite pasta. Garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Marie Bogan
May 15, 2025I used vegetable broth instead of water and it was amazing! My family loved it.
Miguel Beier
Apr 16, 2025This sauce is incredible! The long simmering time really makes a difference.
Randal Rohan
May 17, 2024So easy to make, and tastes better than anything you can buy in the store.
Kaitlin Koepp
Jan 28, 2024I added a bay leaf while it simmered and it gave it even more depth of flavor. Highly recommend!