130-Year-Old Italian Spaghetti Sauce for Families
An authentic, century-old Italian red sauce that is simple, zesty, and perfect for any pasta dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 cups crushed tomatoes
1 cup diced yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp sugar (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Sauté diced onions for 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve hot over your favorite al dente pasta.
Notes
Use high-quality canned tomatoes for the best flavor.
Do not let the garlic brown to avoid bitterness.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months.