Simple One Pot Spaghetti Sauce
A rich and hearty homemade tomato sauce that makes any pasta night feel like a special occasion.
recipesbynani.comThere is nothing quite like a big pot of savory tomato sauce simmering on the stove to make a house feel like a home. This recipe is a favorite in my kitchen because it is simple to throw together, yet it tastes like it has been cooking for hours. It is the perfect sauce to keep on hand for busy weeknights when you want a comforting meal.
My best advice is to make a double batch of this sauce whenever you have the time. It freezes beautifully in airtight containers, which means you have a head start on dinner whenever you need it. Just thaw it in the fridge overnight and heat it up on the stove before tossing it with your favorite cooked pasta.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the diced onion and cook for about five minutes until it is soft and translucent.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until it smells fragrant.
- 4
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is fully browned.
- 5
Drain any excess grease if you prefer a leaner sauce.
- 6
Stir in the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- 7
Turn the heat down to low and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes so the flavors can blend together.
- 8
Serve warm over your favorite pasta noodles.
💡 Tips
This sauce keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days or in the freezer for three months. Serve it over spaghetti or penne with a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese and some fresh chopped parsley on top.
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