Herb-Infused Chunky Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
Transform your pasta night with this delightful Herb-Infused Chunky Tomato Spaghetti Sauce, crafted from fresh summer tomatoes. This sauce bursts with flavor, thanks to the aromatic combination of garlic, onions, and spices, making it a perfect companion for your favorite pasta. The recipe allows for a customizable texture; whether you love it chunky or prefer a smoother finish, it can adapt to your taste. For those who crave a bit of heat, consider adding hot peppers for an extra kick. This sauce is not just a condiment; it's a homemade experience that brings warmth and heart to your dining table. Perfect for canning, this recipe yields enough for multiple meals, ensuring delicious, homemade pasta nights for weeks to come!
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Servings
780
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Fresh tomatoes
26.5 lbs (Washed and cut into quarters)
Garlic cloves
2 (Finely chopped)
Medium onions
4 (Finely chopped)
Olive oil
2 tablespoons (For sautéing)
Tomato paste
3 (15-ounce) cans (Added directly to sauce mixture)
Sugar
1 ½ cups (For flavor)
Salt
½ cup (To taste)
Dried oregano
2 tablespoons (For flavor)
Italian seasoning mix
2 tablespoons (For flavor)
Spaghetti sauce mix
1 (5-ounce) package (To enhance flavor)
Instructions
1
Start by washing the fresh tomatoes thoroughly. Cut them into quarters and process them through a food processor until they are roughly chopped.
2
Next, run the processed tomatoes through a food mill to separate the skins and seeds, and pour the resulting puree into a large cooking pot.
3
While the tomatoes are being processed, finely chop the garlic and onions. In a separate pan, heat the oil over medium heat, add the chopped garlic and onions, and sauté until they are soft and fragrant—about 5-7 minutes.
4
Run the sautéed garlic and onions through the food mill to create a smooth mixture, then add this to the pot with the tomato puree.
5
Stir in the tomato paste, sugar, salt, oregano, Italian seasoning, and spaghetti sauce mix into the tomato and onion mixture. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
6
Slowly bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer and let it cook uncovered for about 2 hours, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
7
To can the sauce, ensure you have clean, hot quart jars ready. Pour the hot sauce into the jars, leaving a 1/2 inch headspace at the top.
8
Finally, process the jars in a boiling water bath for 40 minutes to ensure an airtight seal and long shelf life.
Nutrition Information
4.8g
Fat
180g
Carbs
3g
Protein
8g
Fiber
60g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Herb-Infused Chunky Tomato Spaghetti Sauce recipe?
It is a homemade pasta sauce recipe using fresh summer tomatoes, garlic, onions, and various herbs, suitable for immediate use or canning.
How many pounds of fresh tomatoes are required?
You will need 26.5 lbs of fresh tomatoes.
How should the tomatoes be prepared?
The tomatoes should be washed, cut into quarters, and processed through a food processor until roughly chopped.
How do you remove seeds and skins from the sauce?
Run the processed tomatoes through a food mill to separate the skins and seeds from the puree.
How many garlic cloves are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 finely chopped garlic cloves.
How many onions are needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 4 medium onions, finely chopped.
What type of oil is used for sautéing the vegetables?
Use 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
How long should the garlic and onions be sautéed?
Sauté them over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until they are soft and fragrant.
What is done with the sautéed garlic and onions before adding them to the sauce?
They are run through a food mill to create a smooth mixture before being added to the tomato puree.
How much tomato paste is added to the recipe?
Add three 15-ounce cans of tomato paste.
How much sugar is included in the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of sugar.
How much salt is needed?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of salt.
What dried herbs are used for flavoring?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of dried oregano and 2 tablespoons of Italian seasoning mix.
Is there a pre-packaged seasoning used?
Yes, one 5-ounce package of spaghetti sauce mix is included to enhance the flavor.
How long does the sauce need to simmer?
The sauce should simmer uncovered for about 2 hours, or until it reaches your desired consistency.
Can I adjust the texture of the sauce?
Yes, the recipe allows for a customizable texture, whether you prefer it chunky or smoother.
How can I make the sauce spicy?
You can add hot peppers for an extra kick if you crave heat.
Is this sauce recipe suitable for canning?
Yes, it is designed for canning to ensure delicious, homemade pasta nights for weeks to come.
What size jars should be used for canning?
The recipe recommends using clean, hot quart jars.
How much headspace should be left in the canning jars?
Leave a 1/2 inch headspace at the top of each jar.
How long do the jars need to be processed in a water bath?
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 40 minutes.
Is this spaghetti sauce recipe vegetarian?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
What is the total calorie count for this recipe?
The recipe contains 780 calories.
How much fat is in the sauce?
The sauce contains 4.8g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this sauce?
There are 180g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of the sauce?
The sauce contains 3g of protein.
How much fiber is in the recipe?
The recipe provides 8g of fiber.
What is the sugar content according to the nutrition facts?
The nutrition facts list 60g of sugar.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include homemade sauce, spaghetti sauce, canning recipe, tomato sauce, and vegetarian.