Best 7 Chunky Italian Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting the perfect chunky Italian spaghetti sauce. This versatile sauce, bursting with rustic charm and bold flavors, is the heart of many beloved Italian dishes. Learn the art of selecting the freshest ingredients, such as ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and savory spices. Discover the techniques that transform ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary sauce, from sautéing aromatics to simmering the sauce to perfection. Whether you prefer a classic chunky texture or a smoother consistency, you'll find all the secrets you need to create a sauce that will elevate your pasta dishes to new heights.

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

CHUNKY ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Zesty traditional spaghetti sauce.

Provided by Soulfood

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

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (16 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons white sugar
2 teaspoons dried parsley
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic powder, sugar, parsley, salt, oregano, basil, and pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Lower heat to medium-low, cover saucepan, and simmer until flavors blend, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.4 g, Sodium 1166.3 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CHUNKY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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When your hungry clan requests, "Spaghetti, please!", you'll be happy to oblige with this simple savory sauce. It proves appetizingly that homemade spaghetti sauce doesn't have to simmer all day in order to be hearty and delicious.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 to 2 medium green peppers, julienned
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes
1/4 cup tomato paste
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • Brown sausage in a large saucepan; drain. Add green peppers, onion and garlic; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano and basil; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 891mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

HOMEMADE CHUNKY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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We used to have this incredible Russian restaurant here and they used to make something similar to this. I decided when they went out of business that I would try to replicate one of their fabulous dishes. You may add or subtract any of the veggie ingredients to you liking. It seems to be if you add more veggies of various kinds, you may get a pasta primavera, without the tomato paste.

Provided by puravida711

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2-1 lb linguine
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (you may choose whatever flavor, I like to use garlic and onion or mushroom and garlic or basil, garl)
1 green pepper
1 (8 ounce) can of medium black olives
1 medium sweet onion
olive oil, just enough to cover the pan
1 lb fresh mushrooms (or more)
1 zucchini (optional)
jalapenos (optional) or red pepper (optional)
1 -2 pinch dried basil or 1 -2 pinch fresh basil
vegan butter, you may add this when you are cooking your onions in addition to the olive oil, it gives the sauce a

Steps:

  • Get a skillet deep enough to hold the contents and the liquid of the sauce. Remember that the veggies will cook down so you need not use a pot unless you are doubling the recipe
  • Quarter your mushrooms.
  • Use about ½ a green pepper. You may use more or less depending on your taste for green pepper.
  • Chunk the onion. Kind of like strips then cut the strips in half. This gives the sauce a great flavor.
  • Heat your pan and add the olive oil. Make sure that the olive oil covers the bottom of the pan.
  • Add your onion and sauté until they are almost clear.
  • Add your green pepper and sauté until they are almost soft.
  • Add your mushrooms and sauté until they are almost soft.
  • If you are using zucchini, add now. This will take awhile to cook down so be patient.
  • At this point you may need to add more oil or butter.
  • When your veggies are at a good constancy, add 1-2 cans of diced tomatoes, 2 cans of sliced black olives, 2 pinches of dried basil, and the jalapeno or red pepper if you chose to use.
  • Cover and let simmer for 30-45 minutes on low.
  • Start cooking linguine
  • By the time the linguine is done, so should be your sauce.
  • Drain and serve linguine and cover with sauce.

EASY CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE



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This sauce can be used on pasta or pizza and spooned over vegetables, rice, or fish. It's perfect in our Vegetable Lasagna.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes with their juice and the thyme; simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened, 20 to 25 minutes.

CHUNKY VEGETABLE SPAGHETTI



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You can have a veggie-packed, homemade spaghetti dinner on your table in just 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 oz) spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices (2 cups)
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced (1 cup)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, diced (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 jar (7 oz) roasted red peppers, drained, coarsely chopped
2 cups any variety tomato pasta sauce or Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce*
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
Shredded or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, onions and garlic; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except basil and cheese. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Stir in basil. Serve sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese. Makes about 5 1/2 cups sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 84 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 8 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

OLD WORLD ITALIAN SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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This is a great old world Family recipe. Its also great with italian sausage,or meatballs. Just stir often while cooking when using meats.

Provided by FarahC

Categories     Sauces

Time 3h25m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup onion, chopped
3 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot on low-med heat add your olive oil and saute your onions for about 4 minutes,then add your crushed garlic,cook for 2 minutes longer. Then add your water,and tomato products. Be sure to mix everything very well.Add in your spices,and cheese. cook for 2 1/2 hours covered.Then add in your wine, and cook 30 minutes longer. Sauce will be thin on first day.Also if you use meat it will alter thickness.The second day this turns into a nice thick sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.6, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 647.1, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 9.7, Protein 5.5

CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE



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Your kitchen will smell heavenly when it's time to dish up this hearty meal. With beef, pork and lots of veggies over pasta, this dish has it all. Add the extra 1/2 cup water if you want your sauce a bit thinner. -Christy Hinrichs of Parkville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 to 1 cup water
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup chopped carrots
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked bow tie pasta

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and pork over medium heat until no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, water, tomato paste, vegetables, sugar, garlic and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (4 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54 mg cholesterol, Sodium 621 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52 g carbohydrate, Fiber 7 g fiber, Protein 24 g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right tomatoes: For the best flavor, use ripe, fresh tomatoes. If you can't find fresh tomatoes, you can use canned whole tomatoes or diced tomatoes.
  • Brown the meat: Browning the meat adds flavor and depth to the sauce. Don't skip this step.
  • Sauté the vegetables: Sautéing the vegetables in olive oil helps to release their flavors and soften them.
  • Add the tomatoes: Add the tomatoes and their juices to the pot and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • Simmer the sauce: Let the sauce simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Add the pasta: When the sauce is finished, add the cooked pasta to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Serve immediately: Serve the spaghetti with grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

This chunky Italian spaghetti sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by the whole family. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this chunky Italian spaghetti sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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