Best 3 Sneaky Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

Looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this collection of sneaky spaghetti sauce recipes. These sauces are made with everyday ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and they can be on the table in under 30 minutes.

From a classic tomato sauce to a creamy Alfredo sauce, a hearty Bolognese sauce or a spicy Arrabbiata sauce, there's a spaghetti sauce recipe here for everyone.

All of the recipes are easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips. So whether you're a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, you'll be able to make a delicious spaghetti sauce that your family and friends will love.

Here's a sneak peek at the recipes you'll find inside:

* **Sneaky Veggie Tomato Sauce:** This sauce is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's made with a variety of hidden veggies, like carrots, celery, and zucchini, that are pureed until they're completely undetectable. Serve this sauce with your favorite pasta, and your kids will never know they're eating their vegetables.

* **Sneaky Alfredo Sauce:** This sauce is made with a combination of Parmesan cheese, cream, and butter. It's rich and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with fettuccine or gnocchi. You can also use this sauce to make a delicious chicken or shrimp Alfredo.

* **Sneaky Bolognese Sauce:** This hearty and flavorful sauce is made with ground beef, pork, and veal. It's simmered for hours until it's thick and rich. Serve this sauce with spaghetti or tagliatelle, and top it with grated Parmesan cheese.

* **Sneaky Arrabbiata Sauce:** This spicy sauce is made with tomatoes, garlic, and chili peppers. It's a great choice for those who like their food with a little bit of a kick. Serve this sauce with penne or rigatoni, and top it with chopped parsley.

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

SNEAKY SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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Excellent way to get some veggies into our picky little darlings. Can be refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen up to 3 months. When the kiddies were small I used to blend the veggies before adding to the sauce "so they couldn't see them" Excellent diabetic choice as well.

Provided by franrobson

Categories Sauces

Time 1h

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup grated zucchini
2 minced garlic cloves
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
28 ounces no-sugar-added tomatoes in puree
14 1/2 ounces no-salt-added diced tomatoes, with juice
1/2 cup water

Steps:

In large saucepan crumble turkey and cook over medium-low heat stirring until turkey is white throughout.
Drain off any fat.
Add onions, carrots, celery, zucchini and garlic.
Continue to cook stirring until veggies are limp.
Stir in remaining ingredients and using spoon to break up whole tomatoes.
Bring to simmer and cook partially covered over medium-low for 30 minutes stirring often.
Serve over any cooked pasta.

SNEAKY SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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I'm not usually a fan of "stealth" nutrition. I want my kids to learn to eat and enjoy healthy food, and we're working on that. However, I'm not above sneaking in some extra good stuff from time to time, especially when it comes to veggies. Some of them just don't like them no matter how many I make them eat! If I can get some...

Provided by cindy sandberg

Categories Other Sauces

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 can(s) crushed tomatoes(28oz.)
1 medium onion, cut in 1in. pieces
1 medium zucchini or yellow squash, slice 1in. thick
1 c shredded carrot
1 c green or red bell pepper, coarsly chopped
1/2 c celery ribs and leaves, roughly chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 tsp sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp gound black pepper
1/4 c fresh basil, minced*
1/2 c fresh parsley, minced*
1/2 tsp salt, or to taste

Steps:

1. Dump 1 can of the tomatoes into a large saucepan.
2. Dump the other can in a food processor or blender. Add the onion, squash, carrot, bell pepper and celery. Process until veggies are smooth(or mostly smooth). Add to the saucepan with tomatoes.
3. Add olive oil, sugar, garlic and pepper. Heat over med. heat until bubbling, reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook at least 30 min.(I like to let it simmer a lot longer, or even put it in the crockpot for several hours).
4. Add the minced herbs and salt. Simmer for 5-10 more minutes. Serve over pasta.
5. Notes: This can easily be a meat sauce...just brown 1/2-1lb. of ground meat, drain and add to sauce. *fresh herbs have even more antioxidants than a lot of veggies, so including them increases the nutrition of the sauce even more. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried(2t. of basil and 2T of parsley.), and add them when you add the garlic and pepper.

SNEAKY SPAGHETTI SAUCE

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Categories Pasta Kid-Friendly

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 - lb ground turkey
2 - sweet Italian sausage links, remove casings
1 - small to medium onion, chopped
2 - cloves garlic, minced
1 - orange, green or yellow bell pepper, seeded and pureed
1/2 - cup carrots, shredded or pureed
1/2 - cup zucchini, shredded or pureed
1 - medium rib of celery, chopped or pureed
1 - 28 oz can Italian style tomatoes in puree
1 - 14 oz can Italian diced tomatoes, with juice
1 - 6 oz can tomato paste
1/2 - cup water (if using frozen pureed veggies omit the water)
2 - 3 tablespoon sugar
1 - bay leaf
1 - teaspoon dried basil
1/2 - tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 - teaspoon crushed thyme
1 - teaspoon salt
1 - 16 oz package spaghetti noodles

Steps:

Directions: In a large sauce pan, crumble the turkey and Italian sausage. Add the onion and garlic and cook over medium heat until the meat is cooked through. Drain off any fat. Add the meat mixture to a 4 - 6 qt crock pot. Stir in the tomato paste and all the canned tomatoes. Use a large spoon to break up the whole tomatoes. Stir in the pureed vegetables (bell pepper, carrots, zucchini, celery). Add the spices, sugar, water and bay leaf. Cover and cook on low for 6 - 8 hours. Stirring occasionally. Serve over cooked pasta. Shredded Vegetables: If using shredded vegetables add the carrots, celery and zucchini when the meat mixture is fully cooked and drained. Continue to cook, stirring, until the vegetables are limp, about 5 minutes.

Tips:

Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your sauce. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
Roast your vegetables: Roasting vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and flavor. You can roast them in the oven or on a grill.
Use a good quality tomato sauce: The tomato sauce is the base of your dish, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a sauce that is made with fresh tomatoes and has a rich, flavorful taste.
Add some herbs and spices: Herbs and spices can add a lot of flavor to your sauce. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and garlic.
Simmer your sauce for a while: Simmering the sauce allows the flavors to meld together and develop. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.

Conclusion:

Sneaky spaghetti sauce is a delicious and easy way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. With a little planning, you can make this sauce in advance and freeze it for later. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.

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