Super Easy Super Hearty Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Transform ordinary jarred spaghetti sauce into a vibrant, flavorful masterpiece! This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights – it's quick, easy, and elevates your pasta night from blah to breathtaking. No more boring canned sauce! We'll add simple ingredients to create a healthy, delicious sauce that tastes homemade without the hours of work. Try it on spaghetti, or get creative and serve it over spaghetti squash for a lighter, healthier twist! This recipe uses *spaghetti sauce* as a base (not plain tomato sauce) for a flavor boost.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 369.1 kcal
Protein 55g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Super Easy Super Hearty Spaghetti Sauce

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How to Make Super Easy Super Hearty Spaghetti Sauce

  1. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the ground meat (if using) and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, spaghetti sauce, oregano, basil, and salt & pepper.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Stir in the sugar (optional, to balance acidity) and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more herbs, salt, pepper, or sugar to your preference.
  7. Serve over your favorite pasta or spaghetti squash. Garnish with fresh basil (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

18g

Carbs

11g

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