Best 8 Fast Spaghetti Sauce Recipes

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If you're short on time, but still crave a delicious spaghetti sauce, you're in luck! With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of planning, you can have a flavorful and satisfying sauce ready in no time. From classic tomato sauces to creamy pesto sauces, there are plenty of options for fast and easy spaghetti sauces that can be tailored to your taste preferences. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite recipes for quick and easy spaghetti sauces, so you can enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

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

EASY, SPEEDY SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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A tasty sauce you can throw together on those nights that you don't have much time or have unexpected company drop in. You can add meats, veggies or whatever your preference is to the sauce.

Provided by Junebug

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 -3 tablespoons chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Stir all ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for 15-30 minutes.
  • Serve over spaghetti.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

MY SUPER SIMPLE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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I needed some sauce and quick! I am not a fan of the jarred stuff...plus I didn't want to go to the store. This is a rendition of my favorite sauce Recipe #133806, just made simple and it doesn't have to cook all day.

Provided by HeidiSue

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 1/2 cups, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons sugar (please adjust to your taste)
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (please adjust to your taste)

Steps:

  • Throw it all in a sauce pan, stir, simmer, cover and continue to simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  • Season again to taste.
  • **we like a spicy sweet sauce -- so please adjust the sugar and crushed red to your liking**.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 2392.6, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 37.9, Protein 8.5

QUICK AND EASY SPAGHETTI WITH MARINARA SAUCE



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This speedy spaghetti has just five ingredients: pasta, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and Parmesan.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound spaghetti
One 32-ounce can whole peeled plum tomatoes
3 garlic cloves
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions and then drain.
  • While the pasta is cooking, puree the tomatoes with their juice in a blender with the garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Careful of it splashing, pour the tomato puree into the hot oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until coated. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with grated Parmesan.

QUICK PASTA SAUCE



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This is a quick and easy recipe.

Provided by LIAROSE

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

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute garlic in oil until tender, 2 minutes. Stir in basil and crushed tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and cook 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly thickened. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 172.9 mg

QUICK ITALIAN SPAGHETTI



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Quick Italian Spaghetti has been a standby for Ruth Peterson of Jenison, Michigan for some 40 years now. "I can make it in a jiffy, and there's no other spaghetti recipe my husband's even interested in trying!" Ruth says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound ground beef
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
3 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Cooked spaghetti
Grated Parmesan cheese
Bacon bits, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Add olives; simmer 5 minutes longer. Spoon over spaghetti; sprinkle with cheese and bacon bits if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

FAST SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE



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The secret ingredient in this ultrafast Bolognese is Worcestershire sauce. The vinegar, molasses and anchovies in the condiment season the ground beef mixture with salt, acid, sweetness and funk in one shot. Once the Bolognese has simmered, use tongs to transfer the pasta directly from the pot to the skillet, then toss in some of the starchy pasta cooking liquid for a glossy, saucy finish.

Provided by Dawn Perry

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, meat, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 pound ground beef (preferably 20 percent fat), pork or dark meat turkey
12 ounces spaghetti, pappardelle or other long pasta
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until beginning to soften, 3 minutes. Add beef and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
  • Add pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, add tomato paste to skillet and cook, stirring, until darkened, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup water, Worcestershire, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt and simmer until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
  • Using tongs, transfer pasta directly from the pot to the skillet along with 1 cup pasta water. Increase heat to high and simmer vigorously, tossing, until sauce reduces and coats the pasta, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with Parmesan.

QUICK WEEKNIGHT HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Provided by Mel

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef, ground turkey, or ground pork (or a combination)
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon coarse, kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
28- ounce can crushed tomatoes
8- ounce can tomato sauce
1-2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Hot (cooked noodles, for serving)
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for serving (optional))

Steps:

  • In a large 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground meat, onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper, breaking the meat into small pieces as it cooks, until the meat is not longer pink.
  • Drain any excess grease.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, basil, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, for about a minute, until the mixture smells fragrant.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar and soy sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes (or as long as you like/need).
  • Serve over hot, cooked noodles.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 172 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 749 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 9 g

QUICK SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Quick and awesome spaghetti sauce with bell pepper, garlic and onion.

Provided by Jon

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

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 cup chicken broth
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste

Steps:

  • In a hot skillet, saute bell pepper and onion on medium-high for 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute one more minute. Stir in tomatoes and chicken broth. Remove from heat.
  • Place mixture in blender and blend until the desired level of chunkiness is achieved. Return to medium-low heat. Stir in tomato paste one tablespoon at a time until desired level of thickness is reached. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 572 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the sauce will be. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, and a good quality olive oil.
  • Brown the meat well: Browning the meat adds flavor and depth to the sauce. Be sure to brown the meat in batches so that it doesn't steam.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes: This allows the flavors to meld and develop. You can also simmer the sauce for longer if you have time.
  • Add a little sweetness: A touch of sweetness can help to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes. You can add sugar, honey, or even a grated carrot.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Be sure to taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

These are just a few tips for making a delicious and easy spaghetti sauce. With a little practice, you'll be able to create a sauce that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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