Rocky's Red Sauce Recipe

Missy Kennedy's award-winning Rocky S Red Sauce recipe! This vibrant, flavorful sauce is perfect for spaghetti, lasagna, or pizza. Easy to make in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a family favorite and freezes beautifully for future use. Get ready to experience the taste of Italy in your own kitchen!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 82.7 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rocky's Red Sauce

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How to Make Rocky's Red Sauce

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 large chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 1 (15-ounce) can tomato puree, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon sugar.
  5. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
  7. Serve over your favorite pasta, use as a pizza sauce, or freeze for later in freezer-safe bags or containers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g