To make spaghetti sauce, here is a straightforward method based on popular recipes:
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, garlic, and optionally finely grated carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Add crushed tomatoes and a little water (about 1/2 cup). Season with salt, black pepper, oregano, paprika, and fresh or dried herbs like basil and parsley.
- Bring the sauce to a brief boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 15–30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Simmer longer if you want thicker sauce.
- Optional: For meat sauce, brown ground beef or sausage with onions and garlic before adding tomatoes. Simmer the meat sauce for 25-30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with sugar to balance acidity, and add more salt or pepper as needed.
- Serve over cooked spaghetti and garnish with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan if desired.
This yields a flavorful homemade spaghetti sauce ready in about 30-45 minutes. The sauce can be customized with meat, extra herbs, or vegetables like carrots for sweetness.
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