Description
A timeless recipe for rich and flavorful Italian spaghetti sauce, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
- Fresh tomatoes
- Yellow onions
- Fresh garlic
- Olive oil
- Fresh basil
- Dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add fresh, chopped tomatoes to the pot and stir, allowing them to break down.
- Incorporate the basil and oregano, mixing well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; the longer it simmers, the more robust the flavors become.
Notes
For added depth, consider using quality canned tomatoes if fresh ones aren’t available. Slow cooking is key to developing flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: spaghetti sauce, Italian, homemade, family recipe, vegetarian
