Sure, here’s a basic recipe for homemade spaghetti sauce:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Mix well.
- Add dried oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary to the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve the spaghetti sauce over cooked pasta, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, or ground meat for a heartier sauce. Enjoy your homemade spaghetti sauce!
