Leona's Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful Italian meal? Leona's Spaghetti Sauce is your answer! This recipe is incredibly versatile – adjust the chili flakes for your desired spice level, from mild to fiery. Serve with crusty bread, a fresh salad, and a glass of wine for an authentic Italian experience. My husband begs me to make this again and again!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 283 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Leona's Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Leona's Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Fry 4 slices of bacon until almost crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the pan.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the pan. Sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes). If using, stir in 1 teaspoon anchovy paste and 1/2 - 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust to taste).
  3. In a large pot, combine the sautéed onions and garlic, 28 ounces (794g) canned crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in the cooked bacon.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve over your favorite spaghetti and garnish with extra bacon if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

42g

Carbs

1g