Best 7 Best Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make spaghetti sauce to elevate your pasta dishes, this article will take you on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting a homemade masterpiece. Whether you prefer a classic tomato-based sauce, a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce, or a flavorful pesto sauce, we have gathered a collection of recipes that will satisfy every palate. From simple and quick weekday meals to elaborate and impressive dinner party creations, our carefully curated recipes are sure to turn your spaghetti nights into memorable occasions.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

5 pounds ground beef (I used ground round)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large yellow onions, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
Two 28-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
One 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 jar good store-bought marinara sauce (you can use another jar if you like the sauce to be more saucy than meaty)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional
4 bay leaves
1/4 cup finely minced fresh parsley or 3 tablespoons parsley flakes, plus more for serving
8 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 whole rind from 1 wedge Parmesan, optional
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, optional, plus more for serving
2 pounds spaghetti, cooked al dente and tossed with olive oil, for serving
Garlic-cheese bread, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until totally browned. Remove the meat from the pot with a slotted spoon and put into a bowl. Set aside.
  • Discard any grease in the pot, but do not clean the pot. Drizzle in the olive oil. When it is heated, throw in the diced onions. Stir it around for 1 1/2 minutes, and then add the garlic. Stir and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and marinara sauce. Stir to combine, and then add the sugar, salt, oregano, thyme, crushed red pepper (if using) and bay leaves. Stir, then add the cooked ground beef and stir to combine. Place the lid on the pot and allow to simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Add a little water or some low-sodium broth if it needs more liquid.
  • After an hour, add the minced parsley, basil and the Parmesan rind if using (or grated Parmesan if you prefer--or both!). Stir to combine, and then put the lid back on and allow it to simmer for another 30 minutes or so. Discard the bay leaves before serving.
  • Serve a big bowl of oiled noodles and the spaghetti sauce so guests can serve themselves. Top each serving with minced parsley and grated Parmesan (or Parmesan shavings) and serve with a big piece of garlic-cheese bread.
  • Amen.

BEST EVER SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is my favorite spaghetti sauce recipe. It comes from a freezer cookbook called Once a Month Cooking. This makes alot so plan on freezing about half of the recipe. You can use this sauce on spaghetti, manicotti, veal (or chicken) scallopini, or French bread pizza

Provided by AngelicFantasia

Categories     Sauces

Time 2h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb Italian sausage
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 cup water
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Brown the sausage with the onion and drain.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer, partly covered, for 2 hours.
  • Simmering can be done in a crockpot, if desired.
  • This makes alot of sauce and can be frozen beautifully.

HEARTY HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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After years of experimenting, my mom has perfected her hearty spaghetti sauce recipe. It's excellent served with a tossed salad and garlic bread. Although the recipe makes more than two servings, it freezes well. -Jennifer Shaw, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/2 cup water
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked spaghetti
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, peppers, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Add the mushrooms; cook for 2 minutes. , Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, bay leaf, sugar, salt, basil, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring often. Discard bay leaf. Serve sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

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

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

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 for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh tomatoes, use canned whole tomatoes or crushed tomatoes.
  • Sauté the onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil until they are softened. This will add flavor and depth to the sauce.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Garlic adds a delicious savory flavor to the sauce.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes. The longer you simmer the sauce, the better the flavor will be.
  • Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for bread or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This is the classic spaghetti sauce that everyone should know how to make. It's simple, delicious, and versatile. You can use it on pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce. It's also a great way to use up fresh tomatoes from your garden.

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