Ingredients for Gramps Spaghetti Sauce
- 28 oz can whole peeled tomatoes
- Tomato Puree
- Diced Tomatoes
- 2 (24 oz) jars tomato sauce
- 6 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups water
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons dried basil (or 1/4 cup fresh, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley (or 1/4 cup fresh, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano (or 1/4 cup fresh, chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
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How to Make Gramps Spaghetti Sauce
- In a large stockpot, combine the whole peeled tomatoes (crushed by hand), tomato juice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and water. Stir well to combine.
- Add bay leaves, sugar, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to incorporate all the spices and seasonings.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 2.5 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor will become. (Up to 3 hours is ideal!)
- While the sauce simmers, brown your meatballs or sausage in a separate skillet until cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the browned meatballs or sausage to the sauce during the last 30 minutes of simmering. Stir gently to combine.
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot over your favorite pasta!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
33 g
Sugar
65g
Fat
0g
Carbs
9g
