How to Make Inger's Spaghetti Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spaghetti is a dish that holds a special place in the hearts of many. Whether it's a comforting meal on a cold winter's night or a go-to weeknight dinner, there's something undeniably satisfying about a hearty plate of spaghetti and meat sauce.

And when it comes to spaghetti sauce, everyone has their own secret recipe that they swear by. Inger's Spaghetti Sauce is a tried and true family recipe that has been passed down through generations. This homemade sauce is rich, flavorful, and...

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Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 (.18 ounce) packet chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar, or as needed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 8 cups

  • Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Mix in onion and garlic, and cook 1 minute. Stir in the green bell pepper. Season with basil, oregano, and chicken bouillon. Stir in the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, and season with poultry seasoning. Cook and stir 10 minutes.
  • Mix sugar into the sauce. (Some people add up to 2 tablespoons sugar; I suggest starting with 1 teaspoon.) Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 3 to 4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    94 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 300mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 438mg