Ingredients for Fooled Ya Spaghetti Sauce
- 2 (24-ounce) jars your favorite spaghetti sauce
- Carrot
- Frozen Peas
- Wax Bean
How to Make Fooled Ya Spaghetti Sauce
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop 2 cups of mixed vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bell peppers work great) into 1-inch pieces.
- Steam the vegetables: Steam the chopped vegetables until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Add water to the steamer as needed to maintain a consistent boil.
- Heat the spaghetti sauce: In a saucepan, gently heat 2 (24-ounce) jars of your favorite spaghetti sauce over medium-low heat.
- Blend the first batch: Add 1 cup of heated spaghetti sauce and 2 cups of the steamed vegetables to a blender.
- Secure the blender: Close the blender lid tightly and place a kitchen towel over the top to prevent splattering.
- Puree the vegetables: Carefully puree the mixture until completely smooth. Be cautious, as the mixture will be hot!
- Transfer to a pot: Empty the pureed sauce into a clean saucepan.
- Repeat blending: Repeat steps 4-7 until all the steamed vegetables are pureed into the sauce.
- Adjust consistency: Add water to the sauce, 1 tablespoon at a time, if it's too thick for your taste. Stir well.
- Cook spaghetti: While the sauce simmers, cook 1 pound of spaghetti according to package directions.
- Combine and serve: Drain the cooked spaghetti and serve it generously with the delicious, veggie-packed sauce.
- Customize: Feel free to experiment with different vegetables to create your own unique flavor combinations!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
34 g
Sugar
63g
Fat
2g
Carbs
7g