Grandma’s Hearty Slow-Simmered Spaghetti Sauce 🍝👵

Grandma’s Slow-Simmered Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 2 hours
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Sauces
🔍 Keywords: Vegetable, European, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Stove Top, < 4 Hours

Description:

Grandma’s Slow-Simmered Spaghetti Sauce is a timeless classic that exudes rich flavors and aromas. The longer it cooks, the more the flavors meld together, creating a sauce that’s perfect for pasta, meatballs, or sausage. This recipe, passed down through generations, has been perfected to ensure every bite is filled with nostalgia and satisfaction. Prepare it in the morning for a delightful dinner later in the day, just like Grandma used to.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14 ounces) tomato puree
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Sugar, as needed to balance acidity

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Base: In a large stock pot, combine the crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, and tomato sauce. Stir well to blend.

2. Sauté Vegetables: In a separate sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add diced green pepper, sliced mushrooms, and diced onions. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Sauté until the onions are translucent but not browned.

3. Incorporate Vegetables: Add the sautéed vegetables to the stock pot containing the tomato mixture. Fold them into the sauce along with the dried oregano and chopped parsley. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a slow simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally from the bottom up.

4. Enhance Flavor: Once the sauce is simmering, add the tomato paste, minced garlic cloves, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.

5. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Allow the sauce to simmer for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to develop and intensify. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

6. Adjust Seasoning: After an hour of simmering, taste the sauce. If it’s too acidic, gradually add sugar, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, stirring well after each addition. Continue simmering and tasting every 10 minutes until the desired balance of flavors is achieved.

7. Serve and Enjoy: Once the sauce has reached the desired flavor profile, it’s ready to serve. Ladle it over cooked pasta, meatballs, or sausage, and savor the comforting taste of Grandma’s Slow-Simmered Spaghetti Sauce.

This recipe yields a generous amount of sauce, perfect for feeding a hungry family or for storing leftovers for future meals. Enjoy the hearty flavors and comforting aroma of this classic Italian-inspired sauce, lovingly crafted from Grandma’s kitchen to yours.