Best 3 Copycat Olive Garden Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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**Olive Garden Spaghetti Sauce: A Taste of Italy in Your Kitchen**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Olive Garden's iconic Spaghetti Sauce, now recreated in your own kitchen. This delectable sauce, a symphony of fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs, will transport you to the heart of Italy with every bite. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this beloved sauce, featuring a collection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and cooking styles. From the classic meat-based sauce to a lighter, vegetarian version and a delightful slow-cooker adaptation, these recipes offer something for every palate and occasion. Get ready to savor the authentic flavors of Olive Garden's Spaghetti Sauce, made with love and perfected over time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COPYCAT OLIVE GARDEN SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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We love making pasta topped with this delicious sauce that will make you think you're eating at Olive Garden!

Categories     Dinner/Lunch

Time 2h35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 28 oz. cans of Crushed Tomatoes
4 cloves garlic
4 Tablespoons dried basil
1 ½ tsp Black pepper
1-2 TBSP Sugar (optional) - this takes out the bitterness and makes it a little sweet
2 TSBP olive oil
⅓ cup grated Parmesan or Romano Cheese
Minced Green Peppers (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a 5+ qt. pot over medium heat, and add the chopped or pressed garlic.
  • Heat for one to two minutes, making sure not to burn the garlic, then add all the tomatoes, black pepper, basil and sugar. Stirring often, bring to a low boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours stirring often.
  • For the first half of the simmer time, do so with the pot uncovered, then cover.
  • Add the cheese, stir in and simmer for an additional 5 minutes or so.

THE ACTUAL OLIVE GARDEN BOLOGNESE SAUCE RECIPE (SPAGHETTI SAUCE)



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This is the actual Olive Garden bolognese (spaghetti sauce) recipe that I got from the Olive Garden website. Please don't leave a feedback saying how this recipe, "Is soooo much better than Olive Garden's", or how it is, "Close to Olive Garden's, but no cigar". It IS Olive Garden's recipe. Now we just have to figure out how they make their breadsticks! I like to throw the cooked veggies in the blender so my son doesn't realize that they're in there! ;)

Provided by mojoloh

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 celery, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 lb ground beef
6 ounces Italian sausage, skinned
1 cup red wine
28 ounces crushed tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/4 tsp dry)
1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped (or 1/4 tsp dry)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pan. Add celery, carrot, onion, and garlic and cook about 5 minutes.
  • Add meat and cook 10 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Deglaze pan with wine, let it reduce.
  • Add tomatoes and remaining ingredients and stir, simmer for about 1 hour.
  • Serve over fresh, hot pasta.

OLIVE GARDEN SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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I fiddled around with the original copy cat recipe until I got it where I wanted it and it tastes even better. Add more jelly and onion soup, if desired, but I found that more was too much.

Provided by Carmen B.

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons oil
1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can V8 vegetable juice
1 (750 ml) jar ragu original spaghetti sauce
1/2 envelope onion soup mix
1/4 cup grape jelly
1 -2 can mushroom, drained
1 green pepper, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Brown meat in oil.
  • Drain and run under hot water to get rid of excess fat.
  • Combine meat in a pot with rest of ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat;reduce heat and simmer 20-25 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can substitute canned tomatoes.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices to give the sauce a complex flavor.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta.

Conclusion:

This copycat Olive Garden spaghetti sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sauce that tastes just like the one from your favorite Italian restaurant. So next time you're craving spaghetti, try this recipe and you won't be disappointed.

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