Homemade spaghetti sauce is a crowd pleaser.
Make a large batch, and freeze for future quick and easy meals.
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Homemade spaghetti sauce is the ultimate comfort food.
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It’s rich, hearty, warm, and appeals to kids and grown-ups alike.
Make this sauce even better by following our tips, below.
So, whats the difference between marinara, spaghetti, and bolognese sauce?
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Spaghetti saucehas more complex flavors and textures.
Bolognese sauceoften includes carrots or fennel, wine, cream, and sometimes a bit of bacon.
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Try Italian seasoning instead of the oregano and basil.
Or add a pinch of fennel seeds or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
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A splash of balsamic vinegar after the sauce is completely cooked helps to perfectly blend the final flavors.
Also, don’t forget thegarlic bread!
The longer you simmer the sauce, the thicker it will get.
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If your sauce is a bit too thin for your tastes, simmer it a bit longer.
Before you freeze the sauce, check that to cool it completely.
Squeeze out as much air as possible, seal, and lay the bags flat on a baking sheet.
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Once frozen solid, you could rearrange the bags in your freezer to take up less space.
Thaw your frozen spaghetti sauce overnight in the fridge and reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave.
)cantomato paste
1(28 oz.)
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candiced tomatoes
1(16 oz.)
cantomato sauce
1Tbsp.granulated sugar
1Tbsp.balsamic vinegar(optional)
1(16 oz.)
Drain off any grease, if necessary.
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Stir in the garlic, oregano, and basil, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Season with salt and pepper.
Add tomatoes:
Stir in the tomato paste until well incorporated.
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Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and sugar.
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Bring to a low boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
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Taste the sauce and add the balsamic vinegar and more sugar, salt, and pepper, as needed.
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