Ingredients for Spaghetti Sauce Italiano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- Chopped Tomatoes
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Red wine (optional)
- Dried Basil
- Dried Oregano
- Salt And Black Pepper
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How to Make Spaghetti Sauce Italiano
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes and stir for 1 minute.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 green bell pepper, chopped. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, 6 ounces tomato paste, 8 ounces sliced mushrooms, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1/2 cup dry red wine.
- Add 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir well, cover, and simmer for 2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
- After 2 hours, taste and adjust seasonings. If the sauce is too thick, add more red wine, 1/4 cup at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
- Continue to simmer the sauce on low heat for at least another hour, or up to 3 hours for a richer flavor.
- Remove from heat, let cool completely, and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
- The next day, gently heat the sauce over low-medium heat.
- Add 1 pound of your favorite meatballs or Italian sausages (or both!). If using 1 pound of both meatballs and sausages, double the sauce recipe.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to combine.
- Serve over your favorite pasta. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, a drizzle of olive oil, fresh basil, a side of crusty bread, and a glass of red wine for the complete Italian experience!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
14 g
Sugar
48g
Fat
5g
Carbs
7g
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Weeknight Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Low Protein Healthy Sauces Main Dish Condiments Etc Vegetables Easy European Italian Stove Top Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Savory Sauces Healthy 2 Low In Something Equipment 4 Hours Or Less
