Description
This easy Homemade Spaghetti Sauce recipe blends the vibrant freshness of ripe tomatoes, smoky turkey bacon, and apple cider vinegar with a natural gelling agent for a hearty, flavorful sauce perfect for any meal. It is rich in taste, uses simple wholesome ingredients, and offers versatility for various dishes.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Fresh Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, diced and cored
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Proteins and Fats
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, sliced into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings and Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Start by finely chopping the onions and garlic. Dice the fresh tomatoes, removing the core for a smoother texture. Slice the smoked turkey bacon into small pieces so it evenly flavors the sauce.
- Sauté the Base: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Then stir in garlic and turkey bacon, cooking until the bacon is crisp and fragrant.
- Add Tomato Elements: Pour in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste (natural), stirring well to combine all the flavors. Let simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.
- Season and Simmer: Stir in apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the natural gelling agent evenly to thicken the sauce, stirring continuously. Simmer the sauce for another 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish with Fresh Basil: Take the sauce off the heat and stir in torn fresh basil leaves. This final step adds freshness and vibrant aroma that makes the sauce truly irresistible.
Notes
- Use ripe tomatoes for the sweetest, most flavorful sauce.
- Simmer the sauce gently on low heat to deepen and blend flavors.
- Do not skip the splash of apple cider vinegar to brighten the sauce.
- For extra crispiness, cook turkey bacon separately and add later.
- Stir sauce often to prevent sticking and ensure natural gelling agent is evenly mixed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: homemade spaghetti sauce, turkey bacon spaghetti sauce, fresh tomato sauce, natural gelling agent sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, easy dinner sauce
