Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

A rich and flavorful homemade spaghetti sauce made with fresh ingredients, perfect for pasta lovers.

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Course: Main Course, sauce

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: homemade sauce, pasta sauce, spaghetti sauce

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 1

Servings: servings

Calories: 180kcal

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin for best flavor
1 medium onion finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 medium carrot finely diced
1 medium celery stalk finely diced
1 can crushed tomatoes 28 oz can
2 tablespoons tomato paste for thickness and richness
1 teaspoon sugar to balance acidity
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. This will help sauté the vegetables and release their flavors.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently. The vegetables should soften and the garlic should become fragrant.

Build the Sauce

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. The crushed tomatoes provide a base, while the paste adds depth and thickness.
Add the sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. The sugar helps to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the flavors meld together and the sauce to thicken.

Finish and Serve

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, pepper, or herbs according to your preference.
Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from heat. Serve over cooked spaghetti and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove before serving.

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