Herbed Tomato Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

Name: Herbed Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium red onion chopped; 1 medium sweet red bell peppers; chopped; 2 each garlic cloves minced; 3 medium carrots chopped; 1/2 pound mushrooms coarsely chopped; 8 cups tomatoes chopped fresh, seeded; 1 teaspoon aniseed crushed; 1 each bay leaves broken; 1/4 cup red wine dry; 1/4 cup oregano fresh, chopped; 1/4 cup basil fresh, chopped; 1/4 cup italian parsley chopped; 2 tablespoons lemon balm chopped

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion chopped
1 medium sweet red bell peppers
chopped
2 each garlic cloves minced
3 medium carrots chopped
1/2 pound mushrooms coarsely chopped
8 cups tomatoes chopped fresh, seeded
1 teaspoon aniseed crushed
1 each bay leaves broken
1/4 cup red wine dry
1/4 cup oregano fresh, chopped
1/4 cup basil fresh, chopped
1/4 cup italian parsley chopped
2 tablespoons lemon balm chopped

1
Saute onion, bell pepper, garlic and carrots in olive oil in a 4-quart saucepan until vegetables are tender (about 10 minutes).
2
Add mushrooms and continue cooking 2 or 3 minutes more.
3
Add tomatoes, bay leaf, aniseed and wine.
4
Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens (about 1 to 1 1/2 hours).
5
Add oregano, basil, parsley and lemon balm; stir and simmer 15 to 20 minutes longer to let flavors mingle.
6
Cathy's note: The recipe says nothing about removing the bay leaf afterward, but this is standard practice so that any sharp edges on it do not cause discomfort or physical damage to people.

329

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium red onion chopped, 1 medium sweet red bell peppers, chopped, and more.

Yes, Herbed Tomato Spaghetti Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herbed Tomato Spaghetti Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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