Best 3 Simple Spaghetti Sauce Recipes
Spaghetti sauce, a quintessential Italian dish that has captured the taste buds of people worldwide, is a versatile culinary creation that can transform a simple plate of pasta into a delightful symphony of flavors. Made with a variety of ingredients, including tomatoes, garlic, onions, herbs, and spices, spaghetti sauce comes in diverse variations, each offering a unique taste experience. From the classic tomato-based sauce to the rich and creamy Alfredo sauce, the world of spaghetti sauces is an adventure waiting to be explored. In this article, we present a collection of simple and delicious spaghetti sauce recipes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. With easy-to-follow instructions and readily available ingredients, these recipes will guide you in creating delectable sauces that will elevate your pasta dishes to new heights.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE SPAGHETTI WITH TOMATO SAUCE
This basic pasta dish can be transformed by adding extras like cooked bacon, shrimp or even a few handfuls of baby spinach to the sauce. We like canned San Marzano plum tomatoes because they are slightly sweeter and less acidic than other varieties.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 cups sauce
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook the oil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper flakes in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring, until the oil heats up and the garlic just starts to turn golden, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes; rinse the can with about 1 cup of water, and add the water to the skillet. Add the basil, raise the heat to medium-high and simmer until the sauce thickens, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the spaghetti to the boiling water, and cook according to package directions; strain well.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce, and stir to coat. Serve with Parmesan if desired.
MY SUPER SIMPLE SPAGHETTI SAUCE
I needed some sauce and quick! I am not a fan of the jarred stuff...plus I didn't want to go to the store. This is a rendition of my favorite sauce Recipe #133806, just made simple and it doesn't have to cook all day.
Provided by HeidiSue
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 4 1/2 cups, 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Throw it all in a sauce pan, stir, simmer, cover and continue to simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Season again to taste.
- **we like a spicy sweet sauce -- so please adjust the sugar and crushed red to your liking**.
- Enjoy!
SIMPLE SPAGHETTI SAUCE
I created this sauce in my kitchen just the other night. I thought I had bought spaghetti sauce the last time I went out shopping but couldn't find it anywhere! So I gathered a few ingredients - pre-made of course - and began making a sauce that I think turned out more fabulous than the store bought type I usually use. Even my husband loved it, so thought I should share it :) From beginning to end it literally only took 10 minutes to toss together and simmered it about 15-20 minutes to let the spices and flavors meld. YUM!!
Provided by crazy crafter
Categories Sauces
Time 35m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown your ground beef or, skinless chicken tenderloins until done all the way through.
- If using chicken tenderloins, strip off fat after done cooking and dice the chicken into bite sized cubes.
- While meat is browning on medium temperature cut and dice your garlic and fry together with your meat (or if using jarred type just toss in with your meat and brown together).
- While those two are cooking begin crushing your herbs. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, put the herbs in a thick plastic sandwich bag or similar and use a rolling pin, meat mallet or, similar and gently (don't go absolutely wild - unless you've had a really bad day :)) and beat the herbs until almost a fine grind of sorts, should not look like dust! Then add this to your meat mixture.
- Last but not least add in all the other ingredients and stir together, mixing well.
- Let simmer on med-high for about 5 minutes stirring occasionally and then turn down to med. low for remainder of time and cover. After you have done this then cook your favorite pasta and when that is done, just top with your sauce and you're done.
- Don't forget to make garlic bread!
- If it is not thick enough just add more parmesan to the mixture.
- Also feel free to add other veggies like zucchini, eggplant, mushrooms, etc. Make it your own!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581.3, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 14.4, Cholesterol 158.6, Sodium 1665.8, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 10.1, Protein 46.4
Tips:
- Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your sauce will be.
- Roast your tomatoes: Roasting tomatoes intensifies their flavor and makes them even sweeter.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the tomatoes, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Simmer, don't boil: Once the tomatoes are cooked, simmer the sauce over low heat for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme, can add a lot of flavor to your sauce. Add them at the end of cooking so that they don't lose their flavor.
- Season to taste: Be sure to season your sauce to taste with salt and pepper. You may also want to add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
Conclusion:
This simple spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile recipe that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy, sweet, or savory, this sauce is sure to please everyone at your table.
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