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Italian Spaghetti Sauce with Fresh Tomatoes

Homemade Italian Spaghetti Sauce with Fresh Tomatoes Bliss

This homemade Italian spaghetti sauce with fresh tomatoes bursts with flavor, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 8 medium Ripe Fresh Tomatoes Opt for the ripest for best sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality olive oil enhances flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until soft and translucent.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh for vibrant flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Add towards the end of cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
For Serving
  • 12 ounces Spaghetti Choose high-quality or gluten-free.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Swap with nutritional yeast for vegan.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Pot
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Classic Fresh Tomato Sauce for Spaghetti
  1. Prep your ripe fresh tomatoes; wash, core, and score an 'X' on the bottom of each. Blanch for 30 seconds and transfer to an ice bath. Peel and dice them.
  2. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic for 1 minute.
  3. Add diced tomatoes and juices to the saucepan. Season with salt and pepper, then stir and bring to a gentle bubble.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  5. In the last 5 minutes, fold in chopped fresh basil, stir well, and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain.
  7. Add drained spaghetti to the saucepan with the sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe tomatoes, avoid browning garlic, and adjust seasoning throughout cooking.

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