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130-Year-Old Italian Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

130-Year-Old Italian Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

130-Year-Old Italian Spaghetti Sauce is a simple, comforting tomato sauce made with everyday ingredients.
It is easy to cook, full of classic flavor, and great for family meals.
This recipe is perfect for weeknights, Sunday dinners, or anytime you want something familiar and homemade.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional, to balance acidity

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until it softens and turns translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring gently so it does not burn.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir everything together.
  5. Add the oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar if using.
  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. If the sauce gets too thick, add a small amount of water until it reaches the texture you like.
    130-Year-Old Italian Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. Serve over freshly cooked spaghetti or spoon it on top and enjoy.