Bottled Spaghetti Sauce

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Ingredients

  • 39 pounds fresh tomatoes, halved
  • 3 pounds onions, halved
  • 2 heads garlic cloves, peeled
  • 2 cups olive oil
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 6 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste, or as needed

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add fourteen 1-quart jars; simmer to sterilize. Wash lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  2. Puree tomatoes in batches in a blender until smooth. Pour into a large pot. Add onions and garlic to the blender; puree until smooth. Mix into the pot.
  3. Stir olive oil, sugar, salt, oregano, and basil into the pot; bring to a boil. Stir in tomato paste. Simmer sauce, adding more tomato paste if needed, until thickened, about 2 hours.
  4. Pack sauce into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  5. Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 45 minutes.
  6. Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool, at least 24 hours. Press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

571 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.5g 15% DV
Total Fat 34.1g 44% DV
Carbs 67.5g 25% DV
Fiber 13.5g 48% DV
Sugar 32g 64% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9942mg 100% DV
Potassium 760.8mg 16% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 120mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 14.4mg 16% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 476mg 37% DV
Iron 12.1mg 67% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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).

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