Blender Spaghetti Sauce
A rich, savory blender spaghetti sauce with fresh tomatoes, peppers, and herbs, perfect for hearty pasta dishes and family dinners that enjoy a homemade touch.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Simmer the tomatoes, green pepper, oregano, onions, and garlic for 1 hour.
- Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, black pepper, salad oil, sugar, and salt.
- Cook for an additional 1 1/2 hours.
- Freeze the sauce for storage.
Tips & Substitutions
For a smoother sauce, you can blend the ingredients after simmering. Substitute fresh herbs for oregano if available, or try basil for a different flavor. If you prefer a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes. This sauce also works well as a base for Minestrone Soup(Weight Watchers) or as a topping for Pasta Fusigle.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this sauce over your favorite pasta for a classic meal, or use it as a base for Italian Spaghetti And Meat Sauce. It pairs beautifully with a side of Millie'S Salad or a warm crusty bread. Garnish with fresh basil or grated cheese for added flavor.
Storage & Reheating
Allow the sauce to cool completely before transferring it to airtight containers. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to three months. When reheating, gently simmer on the stove or microwave in short intervals, stirring frequently to ensure even heating.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Blender Spaghetti Sauce contains roughly 2775 calories, with 68g protein, 535g carbohydrates, and 94g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (833% of the Daily Value), iron (222% of the Daily Value), and vitamin C (170% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 3000mg per serving (130% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh?
Yes, canned tomatoes work well in this recipe. Use about 8 cans of diced tomatoes to replace the fresh tomatoes. Just adjust the simmering time slightly as canned tomatoes are already cooked.
How can I reduce the acidity of the sauce?
To reduce acidity, consider adding a pinch of baking soda while simmering the sauce. Additionally, increasing the sugar slightly can help balance the flavors.
Is this sauce suitable for vegan diets?
Yes, this sauce is naturally vegan as it contains no animal products. It’s perfect for anyone following vegan recipes, and you can enhance it with additional vegetables or legumes for added nutrition.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).