Description
Homemade Spaghetti Sauce is a rich and flavorful sauce that brings the taste of Italy right to your kitchen. Made with simple ingredients like canned tomatoes, fresh basil, and aromatic garlic, this sauce is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Its vibrant colors and delicious aroma will impress everyone at the table, making it an irresistible addition to your pasta dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 28 oz canned whole San Marzano tomatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (plus more for garnish)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes, breaking them up with a wooden spoon. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add fresh basil leaves (reserve some for garnish) and let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes.
- If desired, blend the sauce with an immersion blender for a smoother texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving over al dente spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg