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5 Minute Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Craving authentic Italian flavor without the wait? This 5-Minute Speedy Spaghetti Sauce, passed down from an Italian police officer, is your secret weapon for weeknight dinners! Quick, easy, and bursting with deliciousness, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over your favorite pasta and get ready to impress your family with a taste of Italy in under 15 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 333.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for 5 Minute Spaghetti Sauce

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Not specified in recipe.
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • Not specified in recipe.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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How to Make 5 Minute Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Mince 2 cloves of garlic. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Crush any larger tomato pieces with the back of a spoon while simmering.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

28g

Carbs

4g

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