Stephanie's Freezer Spaghetti Sauce

Stephanie's Freezer Spaghetti Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    2 hrs 15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 35 mins
  • SERVING
    32 People
  • VIEWS
    1.0K

Capture the essence of summer with this vibrant and flavorful freezer spaghetti sauce! Perfect for preserving your garden's bounty, this sauce is a versatile base for countless meals. Simmered to perfection, it's a taste of sunshine any time of year.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    8 g
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    484 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a slow cooker, combine the onions, garlic, green pepper, and olive oil. Sauté on low heat until the onion is translucent, about 30-40 minutes. (Time: 30-40 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the chopped tomatoes, sugar, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. The sauce should thicken slightly and the flavors meld together. (Time: 120-180 minutes)

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Recipe View Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to quart-size freezer-safe containers, leaving about an inch of headspace to allow for expansion during freezing. (Time: 60 minutes)

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Recipe View Seal the containers tightly, label with the date, and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.

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Recipe View To use, defrost the sauce in the refrigerator overnight or in the microwave. Transfer the defrosted sauce to a saucepan over medium heat and stir in one 6-ounce can of tomato paste per quart of sauce. (Time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce is heated through and the tomato paste is fully incorporated, about 10-15 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste. (Time: 10-15 minutes)

For a richer sauce, consider roasting the tomatoes before adding them to the slow cooker. This intensifies their flavor and adds a touch of sweetness.
If you prefer a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree it before freezing.
Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite herbs and spices. A pinch of red pepper flakes or a bay leaf would be delicious additions.
To make a meat sauce, brown half a pound of ground beef or Italian sausage in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker along with the other ingredients. Drain off any excess grease before adding it to the sauce.
The sauce can also be canned using proper canning techniques for longer storage at room temperature.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 342 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Hermina Oberbrunner

    I added a little red wine and it was perfect!

  • Amya Haleydaugherty

    Thanks for sharing this recipe! It's a great way to use up all the tomatoes from my garden.

  • Fleta Roberts

    This is the best freezer spaghetti sauce I've ever made! So easy and tastes amazing.

  • Unique Bartoletti

    My family loves this sauce! It's a staple in our freezer.

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