Best 8 The Very Best Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable culinary journey with our curated collection of the very best spaghetti sauce recipes. Embark on a taste sensation with our classic spaghetti sauce, crafted with fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of garlic, delivering a timeless flavor that will transport you to Italy's vibrant trattorias. Experience the richness of our hearty meat sauce, simmered to perfection with succulent ground beef and Italian sausage, offering a robust and savory depth that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. For a lighter and brighter flavor profile, try our vibrant pesto sauce, made with fresh basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese, capturing the essence of summer in every bite. Vegetarians will delight in our flavorful vegetable sauce, packed with colorful bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and spinach, offering a healthy and satisfying alternative. With these exceptional spaghetti sauce recipes at your fingertips, you'll elevate your pasta nights to extraordinary culinary adventures.

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

EASY HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE RECIPE



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My family's secret homemade spaghetti sauce is easy to make using a few staple ingredients you may already have on hand! Perfectly thick and packed with flavor, you'll be ditching that store bought pasta sauce!

Provided by Suzy

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil)
1 medium yellow onion, grated
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 carrots, finely grated (use a food processor or a grater)
28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup water (pasta cooking water, preferred)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
Handful fresh basil, about ½ cup packed, torn
Handful fresh parsley, about ½ cup packed, chopped
3/4 lb to 1 lb of cooked pasta of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large pan heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until just shimmering. Add the onions, garlic, and finely grated carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly until softened.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes and about 1/2 cup water. Add a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in oregano, paprika, crushed pepper flakes, if using. Finally, stir in the fresh basil and parsley.
  • Bring the sauce to a boil, then turn heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes. Check partway through, and if you feel the sauce is too thick, you can add a bit more water (preferably some of your pasta cooking water). When sauce is ready, throw in more fresh basil, if you like.
  • If serving for dinner, add cooked pasta of your choice to the sauce. Mix to combine and let the pasta cook in the sauce over low heat for about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Sugar 7.8 g, Sodium 268 mg, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

THE VERY BEST SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is sooooo good! It's a slow cooked, meatless spaghetti sauce with TONS and TONS of vegetables, and its just sooooo good! Enjoy!

Provided by GAIAS1

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 7h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

18 roma (plum) tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
½ cup butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 bay leaves
1 large white onion, chopped
1 large zucchini, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons chili powder
¼ cup brown sugar
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water. Remove skins and return tomatoes to the pot and mash them. Stir in tomato paste and 2 cups water. Cover and simmer on low heat.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and bay leaves for 1 minute, then stir in onions; saute until onions are translucent. Stir in zucchini, green and red bell pepper and mushrooms. Slowly cook and stir for 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir vegetables into tomato sauce and add oregano, Italian seasoning, chili powder and brown sugar. Simmer over low heat for 6 to 8 hours. Stir in the ricotta cheese 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 335.2 mg, Sugar 11 g

RESTAURANT STYLE SPAGHETTI SAUCE WITH SAUSAGE



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It's easy to make restaurant-style Spaghetti Sauce using just a few ingredients. Adding sausage makes the sauce even more flavorful, but if you don't eat meat its okay to leave it out. This is the recipe I used throughout my long restaurant career.

Provided by Chef Dennis Littley

Categories     Sauce

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cloves fresh garlic (chopped)
120 ounces crushed tomato ((four 28-32 ounce cans) San Marzano if possible)
2 pounds sweet Italian sausage
2 bunches fresh basil (finely chopped)
1 medium onion (diced)
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tbsp sea salt (or more to taste)
1/2 tsp black pepper (or more to taste)
1 tbsp sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large heated skillet or saucepot add olive oil and sausage. Saute sausage on both sides until it browns.
  • When the sausage has browned add the diced onion and chopped garlic. Continue cooking until the onions are translucent, but do not allow them to burn!
  • Add crushed tomatoes, rinse cans with just a little water and add to the sauce (if crushed tomatoes are not available use whole tomatoes and crush by hand or with an immersion blender).
  • add chopped basil, sea salt and black pepper to taste (don't over season, you can always add more later). If you choose to add sugar now is the time to add it.
  • After your sauce has reached a boil, reduce the heat to simmer and continue to cook for at least two hours. If you've got the time let it simmer for 4-6 hours for an amazingly rich tomato sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Sodium 1090 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Easy homemade spaghetti sauce, using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry! This recipe is a family dinner staple!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground beef ((or 1/2 lb ground Italian sausage and 1/2 lb ground beef))
salt and freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)
1 medium onion (, chopped)
15 ounces tomato sauce
6 ounces tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 Tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
crushed red pepper flakes (, to taste)
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
1 cup water
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves ((optional))
spaghetti noodles (, for serving)

Steps:

  • Season ground beef with salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, add the beef and chopped onion and brown. Drain excess grease.
  • Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, parsley, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, worcestershire, and sugar to the skillet.
  • Stir well to combine and bring to a boil. Add water and stir well.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Add chopped basil before serving, if desired.
  • This sauce tastes great in Spaghetti Pie, Million Dollar Spaghetti, Slow Cooker Lasagna and Instant Pot Spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 814 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPAGHETTI SAUCE WITH GROUND BEEF



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This recipe has been handed down from my mother. It is a family favorite and will not be replaced! (Definite husband pleaser!)

Provided by Hank's Mom

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, onion, garlic, and green pepper in a large saucepan. Cook and stir until meat is brown and vegetables are tender. Drain grease.
  • Stir diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste into the pan. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer spaghetti sauce for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 930.8 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

WORLD'S BEST PASTA SAUCE!



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Well, my Lasagna has become quite popular, and I think the sauce from that makes amazing meat sauce as well. So I thought I would post it by its self.

Provided by John Chandler

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound sweet Italian sausage, sliced
¾ pound lean ground beef
½ cup minced onion
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (6.5 ounce) cans tomato sauce
½ cup water
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the sausage, beef, onion, and garlic until well browned; drain fat. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Mix in sugar and season with basil, fennel seed, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 672.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

MOM'S BEST SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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A simple, slow cooked, authentic spaghetti sauce, as good as the restaurants serve...or better! The secret ingredient is baking soda, but do not taste the sauce right after adding it. Wait a while, and this sauce will not disappoint you. It is good right from the stove, but the flavors blend overnight. Best served with your favorite meatball recipe, where the meatballs cook in the sauce the last half hour. Be prepared to take a nap after eating.

Provided by KRAZYBARB

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 (14.5 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
4 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
3 cups water
4 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
2 onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 teaspoons white sugar
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 pinches baking soda
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Mix together whole tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, mushrooms, onions, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper, basil, and 1 pinch of baking soda in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring. Reduce to a simmer, and cook for 4 hours minimum.
  • Stir in another pinch of baking soda; the sauce will foam. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thick and almost brown. Make sure to scrape the sides of the pan in to the sauce.
  • After the sauce is fork consistency, stir in Parmesan cheese. Watch that the cheese does not burn. Taste sauce. If it is too tangy or acidic, add another pinch of baking soda and simmer another 1/2 hour.
  • Cool, cover, and refrigerate overnight. The next day, reheat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1624.4 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

THE BEST HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE EVER. PERIOD.



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When I found my Taste of Home magazine in my mailbox, I was excited to try this slow cooker recipe for "Stamp of Approval Spaghetti Sauce" Orginally submitted by Melissa Taylor of Higley AZ. This sauce is the best stuff I have ever tasted- there is no comparison in taste between store bought and this! Everyone that I made it for, my hubby, son, sister, mom and dad loved it and I (shamefully) ate 2 bowls full of plain sauce before serving! Just try it. Notice- It makes a BIG crock pot full of sauce!

Provided by Amanda

Categories     Sauces

Time 8h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lbs ground beef
3/4 lb bulk Italian sausage (I used 1 lb.)
4 medium onions
8 garlic cloves, Minced
4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (with liquid)
4 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon canola oil (I used Olive Oil )
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 bay leaves
1 teaspoon rubbed sage (I used ground )
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon pepper
hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven. cook the beef, sausage, onions and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Transfer to a 5-qt slow cooker.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, oil and seasonings.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until bubbly.
  • Discard bay leaves.
  • Serve with Spaghetti.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes will greatly impact the flavor of your sauce. Choose tomatoes that are in season and have a deep, rich red color.
  • Roast your tomatoes: Roasting tomatoes intensifies their flavor and sweetness. If you have time, roast your tomatoes before adding them to the sauce.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices: Italian seasoning, garlic, onion, and basil are all classic spaghetti sauce ingredients. But don't be afraid to experiment with other herbs and spices, such as oregano, thyme, rosemary, or red pepper flakes.
  • Simmer your sauce for a long time: The longer you simmer your sauce, the more time the flavors will meld together. Aim to simmer your sauce for at least 30 minutes, or even longer if you have time.
  • Taste your sauce as you go: The best way to make sure your spaghetti sauce is perfect is to taste it as you go and adjust the seasonings accordingly.

Conclusion:

With a little time and effort, you can easily make a delicious spaghetti sauce at home. Just follow these tips and you'll be sure to impress your family and friends with your culinary skills.

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