Description
Experience the rich flavors of this 130-Year-Old Italian Spaghetti Sauce, a family recipe that brings warmth and comfort to your kitchen. With a blend of sweet San Marzano tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs, this sauce is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive family gathering. Each spoonful delivers a taste of tradition that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (28 oz each) San Marzano tomatoes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the canned San Marzano tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir gently while mashing the tomatoes with a wooden spoon.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Just before serving, stir in fresh basil leaves and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve over cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta, topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg